Data Engineer Intern

Owkin

Owkin

Data Science
Paris, France
Posted on Tuesday, July 9, 2024

About us

Owkin is an AI biotechnology company that uses AI to find the right treatment for every patient. We combine the best of human and artificial intelligence to answer the research questions shared by biopharma and academic researchers. By closing the translational gap between complex biology and new treatments, we bring new diagnostics and drugs to patients sooner.

Owkin has raised over $300 million and became a unicorn through investments from leading biopharma companies (Sanofi and BMS) and venture funds (Fidelity, GV and BPI, among others).

Owkin is seeking the best and brightest to join our fast-growing and dynamic team.

About the role:

You will be part of the Data Operations team and report to the Data Engineering team lead

You will be involved in the efforts of the company related to extraction and curation and alignment of multimodal data. You will work with the team whose role spans from finding the raw data in our data partners information systems to providing a fit-for-AI dataset which then can be used by data scientists. This involves many steps such as extraction, cleaning, curation, imputation, pseudonymisation, jointure of different datasets (e.g. histology slides with patient tabular information), harmonisation.

Owkin has a particular focus on histology and genomics data (always complemented with patient Electronic Medical Records) but also many other modalities as our projects span various therapeutic areas and medical expertise.

In particular, you will:

  • Contribute to the documentation and mapping of new datasets to Owkin’s data models
  • Compute metadata on datasets that are relevant for data discovery in a data catalog
  • Develop metadata scheme to support the different projects
  • Gather, characterize and prioritize user requirements into a common existing roadmap (this includes writing user stories and specifications)
  • Develop, deploy, run and customize data pipelines that describe, report on quality and curate datasets for machine-learning purposes
  • Evaluate and implement the structure and content of different standardization tools such as Common Data Models or standard terminologies
  • Prepare detailed report summarizing data curation activity

The responsibilities missions described are not an exhaustive list; additional tasks may be assigned or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Position is based in our Paris office.

Start date: September 2024

About you

Required qualifications / experience:

  • You are enrolled in a final year of a master degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science or related field
  • Technical skills: Python, pandas, SQL, development, packaging and use of CLI tools (optional: javascript, cloud storage, micro-services)
  • Ability to handle a portfolio of projects and activities: operational/delivery v.s. development and automation
  • Organized, with a sense of priorities, business-driven
  • Interpersonal skills are required in order to collaborate effectively and autonomously internally and externally
  • Ability to use necessary databases and software
  • Good team player
  • Fluent in English, French is a plus

What we offer for our interns

  • Swile "tickets restaurants" to ensure convenient and enjoyable meals during work hours.
  • Commuting allowance and/or biking allowance to support your transportation needs, promoting eco-friendly and healthy commuting options.
  • 2 days of paid leave to provide you with the flexibility and balance needed to recharge and pursue personal endeavors.
  • Opportunity to work with an international team comprising individuals with diverse technical and scientific backgrounds, fostering a dynamic and enriching collaborative environment.
  • Friendly and informal working environment where open communication, mutual respect, and teamwork thrive, creating a supportive and inclusive culture conducive to personal and professional growth.
  • Continuous learning and development opportunities.
  • Regular team-building activities, social events, and wellness programs to promote employee engagement, well-being, and a strong sense of community within the company.
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with policies and practices that foster an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.
  • Social responsibility initiatives and volunteer opportunities to give back to the community and make a positive impact beyond the workplace.
  • Competitive compensation package including salary, and benefits.

Please submit your CV in English

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What we offer

  • Flexible work organization and access to remote work
  • Friendly and informal working environment
  • Opportunity to work with an international team with high technical and scientific backgrounds

Recruitment Process & Security

  • Please complete the form and submit your CV.
  • Owkin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, age, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.
  • Owkin is a great place to work. Unfortunately, being a coveted workplace means we are vulnerable to recruitment phishing scams. We urge all job seekers and candidates to be wary of potential scams. Most of these have individuals posing as representatives of prominent companies, including Owkin, with the aim of obtaining personal, sensitive, or financial information from applicants. These scams prey upon an individual’s desire to obtain a job and can sometimes “feel” like a genuine recruitment process. Some red flags are identified below. Should you encounter a recruitment process that claims to be for Owkin but is not consistent with the below, please do not provide any personal or financial information:
  • Legitimate Owkin recruitment processes include communication with candidates through recognized professional networks, such as LinkedIn.
  • Communication is always through an official Owkin email address (from the @owkin.com domain), over the phone or though our applicant tracking system (Greenhouse).
  • The Owkin talent team do use platforms such as LinkedIn and Job Teaser, however if you have any concern or doubt about this contact, please ask for them to send an email from @Owkin.com.
  • The Owkin talent team will not solicit personal data from candidates during the application phase including, but not limited to, date of birth, social security numbers, or bank account information;
  • Legitimate Owkin interviews may be conducted over the phone, in person, or via an approved enterprise videoconferencing service (Google Meets). They will not occur via Signal, Telegram or Messenger
  • Owkin offers of employment are based on merit and only extended once a candidate has interviewed with members of the talent and hiring team. Offers will be extended both verbally and in written format.

If you think that you have been a victim of fraud,