Co-op - Computational Lab

About the role

The Computational Systems Biology Lab in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a Spring 2026 Co-op to assist in the development and implementation of mathematical models of molecular and physiological processes that regulate lung diseases and drug response.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on mathematical modeling approaches to add new features to the in-silico lung model
• Evaluate suitability for addressing research questions and feasibility of implementation
• Identify data in the literature and public repositories suitable for training and validating mathematical models
• Implement mathematical models by developing well-documented code using version control systems
• Present plans and results regularly to members of the computational lab and other scientists within the company

Qualifications

• Candidates are expected to be actively enrolled in a Master's or PhD program in a science/engineering discipline
• Available to work 40 hours/week onsite in Silver Spring, MD
• Experience with implementation of modeling and simulation (either PDE-based fluid dynamics, ODE-based signaling models, or agent-based modeling) or bioinformatics / machine learning skills (project-dependent)
• Highly self-motivated
• Excellent teamwork skills
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Proficiency in at least one of the following: R, Python, Julia, Matlab, or other programming language

Benefits

Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more. For additional information on Company benefits, please visit here.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The coop will run from June/July (or sooner) for 6 months.