Summer Internship: Computational and Mathematical Modeling at Genentech, Inc.

Ten – twelve week paid internship, starting in June 2008. Exciting opportunity in drug development for a motivated undergraduate or graduate student with a strong quantitative background and an interest in medical research and applications. Project involves analysis of data and testing of a new diagnostic in determining optimal drug schedule. Opportunity to learn about the drug development process at a pioneering biotech company.

Main work involved in the project: writing code to automate processing and plotting of several available data sets; learning about the experimental design and coming up with ideas for quantifying the outcomes of the data plots; writing an internal report and giving a presentation summarizing the work and results. One of the exciting aspects of this project is the chance to have broad impact on experimental design across drug development.

Desired background: strong programming skills in R, S-Plus, Matlab or Mathematica; studies in bioengineering, applied mathematics, mathematics, computer science, statistics, or pharmacokinetics. Experience using mathematical modeling in biological/medical research settings is a plus.

To apply, send a CV and a cover letter to Helen Moore, moore.helen@gene.com.

As we work to deliver the next generation of breakthrough medicines for cancer and other serious diseases, we remain committed to our employees and unique culture. Genentech is dedicated to fostering an environment that is inclusive and encourages diversity of thought, style, skills and perspective. Genentech is an equal opportunity employer.