Research & Science

Research Diversity Intern

Sunnyvale, California, United States

23andMe is looking for an intern to join our best-in-class Research Team on a project focused on improving access to high quality health and ancestry information for all people. This position will begin in summer 2024 with the opportunity for extension into the school year.

Requirements for this role include excellent communication skills, attention to detail & timelines, and undergraduate coursework in Biology or another health-related field. Candidates should also have an interest in research and have a passion for improving representation in science and medicine.

 

Who We Are

Since 2006, 23andMe’s mission has been to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. We are a group of passionate individuals pushing the boundaries of what’s possible to help turn genetic insight into better health and personal understanding.

With the world’s largest database of more than ten million genotyped customers, 23andMe is at the forefront of using human genetics to advance biomedical research and transform healthcare. Join our growing research team in translating genetic discoveries into insights into molecular biology of human traits and diseases.

 

What You'll Do

• Assist the team in creating engaging web content (such as videos and infographics) for  23andMe customers and prospective participants to raise education and awareness about the impact of participating in genetics research.
• Engage with external collaborators of 23andMe’s Sickle Cell Carrier Status Awareness Program and other community partners to develop program related messaging and other materials on 23andMe programs. 
• Work with stakeholders within our Research, Product, Communications, Marketing, and Legal teams.
• Support science communication for forthcoming research studies and new ancestry features for diverse audiences.

 

What You’ll Bring

• Excellent written and oral communication
• Effective communication with both internal and external stakeholders, such as advocacy groups, the scientific and medical communities, and lay audiences
• Cross-functional teamwork, ability to adjust to new or changing priorities 
• Excellent organizational skills
• Committed attention to detail and timelines/deadlines
• Ability to raise problems or challenges in a productive manner
• Passion for working to improve health equity 
• Authorization to work in the US

 

Strongly Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in biomedical science (or a related field)
• Experience creating communications materials a plus
• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and completing a project with many moving pieces
• Experience with and excitement for working with organizations such as non-profits and community based organizations
• Familiarity with human subjects research and concepts in research ethics

 

About Us

23andMe, headquartered in Sunnyvale, CA, is a leading consumer genetics and research company. Founded in 2006, the company’s mission is to help people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. 23andMe has pioneered direct access to genetic information as the only company with multiple FDA authorizations for genetic health risk reports. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. The platform also powers the 23andMe Therapeutics group, currently pursuing drug discovery programs rooted in human genetics across a spectrum of disease areas, including oncology, respiratory, and cardiovascular diseases, in addition to other therapeutic areas. More information is available at www.23andMe.com.

 

At 23andMe, we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.

 

Please note: 23andMe does not accept agency resumes and we are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. Thank you.

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