Job Description

We are the makers of possible

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Automation Engineer Intern Position

Program Objective/Scope

At BD Biosciences, our purpose is to empower scientists and doctors to transform lives, one cell at a time. The summer internship program at BD Biosciences in San Diego, California, provides students hands-on exposure to BDB’s Research Reagents Development group, a leading provider of innovative tools that drive a deeper understanding of the human immune system and unlock its unique power to fight diseases like cancer, HIV, and COVID-19.

As part of a global organization, you may work within cross-functional or interdisciplinary teams while collaborating and supporting multiple internal partners and customers. The internship program will provide endless opportunities to engage with peers, senior personnel, and supervisors who will provide informal mentoring and coaching.

Throughout our summer internship, students will build an extensive professional network, learn how to work in an engineering environment, and deliver business presentations showcasing their work. BD's summer internship program is a great opportunity to gain exposure to biotechnology and BD’s culture.

We are recruiting for highly driven Data Science, Computer Science, and Computer Engineering students with a passion for innovation, product development and working in biotechnology.

The candidate is responsible for all housing and transportation costs.

Data Scientist position

This Data Scientist role will lead a critical data analysis project for the Automation team in Research and Development. Specifically, this project involves designing and integrating a new automated analysis solution into an existing analysis pipeline. This assignment will require the ability to interpret, create new code, and perform beta testing for the in-house customer team. It will also require accurate translation of user requirements to technical implementation, especially as they relate to data analysis and visualization. The successful completion of this project will support a R&D testing team with an automated solution to assessing and determining antibody reagent shelf-life/expiration dating.

Duties and responsibilities

• Work closely with internal software developers and internal bench scientists to understand project requirements and accurately scope a new analysis solution

• Learn and understand the existing R code base and advise on how the new solution fits into it

• Adapt an existing analysis tool to function as a standalone script in R with new biological inputs provided by the bench scientists

• Perform beta testing to demonstrate functionality of the coded solution and its ability to address customer team needs

• Generate a ‘How to use’ step by step instructions document

• Provide instructor led training to the internal customer team to onboard the new analysis program

Required qualifications

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction as to duration.

• Ability to work 40 hours per week for the duration of the 10 - 12-week summer internship period.

Education

• Minimum experience: A senior year student enrolled in a Bachelor’s program pursing a degree in Data Science.

• Preferable experience: Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related technical discipline and at least 1 year into a Masters or PhD program in Data Science or related field.

Knowledge and skills

• Ability to program independently in languages such as R or Python (R preferred)

• Familiar with basic data science principles: data extraction, data cleaning, and data visualization

• Basic understanding of statistics, modeling, and significance testing

• Self-motivated with effective analytical and problem-solving skills

• Flexible team player with good communication skills

• Strong time management and prioritization skills

• Strength with distilling complex topics into concise and easy to understand language

• Knowledge of basic scientific principles in biology and chemistry and/or experience working closely with scientists on data analysis or data pipeline projects (Familiarity with flow cytometry principles preferred)

In order to qualify for this position, applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the US. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visa at this time.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Why Join Us?

A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It’s also a place where we help each other be great, we do what’s right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day.

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place.

To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers

Becton, Dickinson and Company is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, or any other protected status.

Primary Work Location

USA CA - San Diego (BDB)

Work Shift

At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You .

Salary ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates’ progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and actual work location. Salary ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles.

Salary Range Information

$33.10 - $54.60

BD is a Fortune 500 global medical technology company headquartered in Franklin Lakes, New Jersey, with offices in more than 50 countries. The company operates three business segments: BD Medical, BD Life Sciences and BD Interventional. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from the design and engineering, to the manufacturing and the marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.