Summer Internship – Neural Dynamics / Building Shareable, Cloud-based Research Modules for Neuroscience Data Analysis

    Seattle, WA               ·               Full time

Summer Internship – Neural Dynamics / Building shareable, cloud-based research modules for neuroscience data analysis

Department: ND – Scientific Computing

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Summer Intern – Neural Dynamics / Building shareable, cloud-based research modules for neuroscience data analysis

The mission of the Allen Institute is to unlock the complexities of bioscience and advance our knowledge to improve human health. Using an open science, multi-scale, team-oriented approach, the Allen Institute focuses on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a broad, transformational impact on science.

The mission of the Allen Institute for Neural Dynamics is to answer fundamental questions about brain function. Specifically, how does our brain build our understanding of the complex world around us to guide the flexible behaviors that address our biological needs? The answers will be in terms of defined neuron types interacting across the whole brain and body, requiring us to develop next-generation neurotechnologies and employ a team-based approach for discovery neuroscience. Knowledge, data, and tools will be widely shared, in part to support the development of therapies for brain disorders.

We are seeking a summer intern to join the Scientific Computing department for the summer of 2024. They will work on building a shareable module to run exploratory analysis of two-photon microscopy and behavior data collected by internal scientists. The intern will use python libraries to compress and transfer data to cloud environments, and then create a collaborative analysis pipeline of capsules on the Code Ocean platform. The primary goal of the project will be to create a module that students can use during workshops hosted by AIND. In particular, they will build an analysis pipeline that correlates movements of a mouse with neural activity by doing linear regression to fit the activity of a neuron with some combination of movements.

The Allen Institute believes that team science significantly benefits from the participation of diverse voices, experiences and backgrounds. High-quality science can only be produced when it includes different perspectives. We are committed to increasing diversity across every team and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for this role.

*Please note that this internship is located out of Seattle, WA. Both housing and travel support is available to qualifying interns.

Educational Objectives

• Learn about the different data modalities collected by AIND scientists
• Learn how to use machine learning libraries such as Deep Lab Cut to annotate videos of mice
• Use the Code Ocean platform to run linear regression analysis pipelines
• Help develop software on collaborative, open-source Python libraries
• Experience with technologies that foster collaborative development (GitHub, Code Ocean, etc.)
• Learn best practices on Software Development and Design with an emphasis on making code usable by others
• Experience communicating results and project updates

Applicant Requirements

• Must be enrolled in, or a 2024 graduate of an accredited associate’s, bachelor’s, or master’s degree program
• Must be able to start on either June 3rd or June 17th, 2024 and commit to the full 10-week program
• Must be eligible to work in the United States for the duration of the internship
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Work Environment

• Open Office Environment

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Interns are expected to work 35-40 hours a week throughout the 10-week period
• This role is expected to work onsite for the majority of working hours. The primary work location for this role is 615 Westlake Ave N., with the flexibility to work remotely on a limited basis.

Additional Comments

• **Please note, this opportunity does not sponsor work visas**
• **Travel and/or housing stipend available to qualifying interns**

Compensation

• $19.97 per hour (non-negotiable)

Benefits

• Interns will accrue paid sick days and receive a free Seattle transportation card (ORCA Business Passport)

It is the policy of the Allen Institute to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Allen Institute will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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