Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Vertex 2024 Fall Co-op, Analytical Development (Providence, RI)
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Job Description
- Req#: REQ-21229
- Conduct research on new and emerging image segmentation and classification algorithms and techniques.
- Assist in early trials of multiple version of image segmentation and classification algorithm for detection and measurement of objects of interest.
- Develop and implement evaluation methods for image segmentation and classification technologies.
- Evaluate the performance of new and emerging image segmentation and classification technologies.
- Report on the results of evaluations to stakeholders.
- Collaborate with other researchers and engineers to develop new image segmentation and classification technologies.
- MS/PhD in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field.
- Strong foundations in image segmentation and classification.
- Excellent communication and writing skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or a similar language.
- Experience with regression modeling techniques.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Hands-on experience of experience in image segmentation and classification technology development and evaluation.
- Experience with metrology microscopes and smart vision systems is a plus.
- Experience with AI/ML algorithm classes, including AUC, ROC, and confusion matrices.
- Experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate program
- Candidate must be enrolled in an advanced degree program if graduating before December 2024
- Candidate must be available to work full-time, 40 hours per week from July 10, 2024 – December 20, 2024
Job Description
The Vertex Co-op Program offers students the opportunity to learn about the pharmaceutical industry from a hands-on perspective. You will be working closely with and learning from some of the brightest people in the industry. When you join our co-op program you should not be surprised to see that our environment is one that is innovative and team oriented, where collaboration is not just a word, and "we are relentless" is in everything we do. Students can expect to be challenged by their project plan, connect with other co-ops, and feel valued by the Vertex community. Not only will co-ops learn about their day-to-day tasks through their specific work assignments, but they will interact and have exposure to our organizational leaders and their teams.
Job Summary:
The Analytical Development co-op will be responsible for evaluating the performance of new and emerging image segmentation and classification methods. This includes conducting trials on versions of algorithm on optimized camera and light optics, developing and implementing evaluation methods, and reporting on the results of evaluations to the team.
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Program Dates: July - December 2024, Full Time
This job posting is for a temporary role with a third-party agency partner that provides services to Vertex. The individual selected for this role will be offered the role as an employee of that third-party agency; compensation, medical benefits, fringe benefits and other terms and conditions of employment shall be presented by the third-party agency upon offer.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com.
About the company
Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is an American biopharmaceutical company based in Boston, Massachusetts.