Doctoral Sci-Tech Internship Recruitment

We are seeking driven and passionate individuals to work alongside experienced PhDs on cutting-edge projects. As an intern, you will have the opportunity to contribute to scientific discovery and gain valuable skills in laboratory techniques and data analysis. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and levels of experience as long as you have a passion for life sciences and a desire to learn. We are looking for candidates with strong communication and teamwork skills. Apply now to be part of our mission to advance the life sciences industry and improve human health and well-being through innovative research.

• Majors in life sciences, computer science, mathematics, physics, engineering, medicine, agriculture, or other related fields.
• Possess a strong interest in genomics and bioinformatics research, sequencing and synthesizing technology, or the development of relevant software and hardware.
• Fluent in English (mandatory)
• Intermediate proficiency in Chinese (preferred)

Link: https://genomics.zhiye.com/4/jobs?3=%5B%7B%22id%22%3A%222%22%2C%22label%22%3A%22Postgraduates%22%7D%5D

*We encourage students to spend at least one year on our projects in order to see some significant progress. However, shorter-term interns and exchange students may also be accepted.

BGI Introduction

Founded in 1999, BGI is one of the world's leading life science and genomics organizations (https://en.genomics.cn/). BGI’s mission is to use genomics to benefit mankind and to be a leader in the era of life sciences. BGI follows a genomics development model of “research, production and application”. With businesses in more than 100 countries and regions around the world, BGI has established cooperation and partnerships with thousands of different organizations across multi-disciplinary research areas including medical health, resource conservation and judicial services. At the same time, BGI provides equipment, technical support and solutions for the needs of national economies and people's livelihoods, such as precision medicine and precision health. BGI is committed to applying its genetic and technological achievements to real world settings in order to realize the dream of trans-omics for a better life.

Mission - Trans-omics for a better life.

Vision - To be a world leader in the age of life sciences.

Core Values – Curiosity, Application of Knowledge, Working for the Betterment of Mankind.

BGI Introduction

BGI subsidiaries encompass BGI Research, BGI College, BGI Genomics (https://www.bgi.com/global), MGI Tech (https://en.mgitech.cn/), China National GeneBank, GigaScience, and more. Among them, BGI College centrally recruits and manages all students for BGI subsidiaries. Established in 2011, BGI College leverages BGI’s comprehensive “research-education-industry” platform with big data, big science, big industry, and big health. Emphasizing "practical project training for industry development," BGI College provides innovative joint training opportunities for top-tier life sciences researchers and industry professionals. Through years of growth and refinement, BGI College has developed a talent training model that keeps pace with the evolution of genomic science. Consequently, the institution has produced numerous outstanding talents in both science and industry, contributing a strong talent pool to the life sciences sector.

The headquarter of BGI, is situated in Shenzhen, China. Shenzhen (http://www.sz.gov.cn/en/), a coastal city in southern Guangdong Province, is bordered by Daya Bay and Dapeng Bay to the east, the Pearl River Estuary and Lingdingyang to the west, Dongguan and Huizhou to the north, and Hong Kong to the south. At a mere 41 kilometers (25 miles) from Hong Kong, Shenzhen has capitalized on its prime location and China's reform and opening-up policy since 1978 to transform into a modern, international metropolis. Often referred to as "China's Silicon Valley," Shenzhen is now home to over 14,000 high-tech companies, including industry giants such as Huawei, DJI, Lenovo, CEC, Tencent, and BGI. The city has also emerged as an innovation hub, fostering a new generation of startups and solidifying its position as China's most competitive and innovative urban center.

Some videos for a glance:

Introduction to BGI Group: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzFXQ0PrEKE

BGI’s “work hard, study hard, and keep fit” culture: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUQ3-6-lNKY

Introduction to Shenzhen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hCZM0B7ngBM