Biology/Computational Biology - Summer Research Program

Novavax

3d • $21 - $26 • Hybrid

About The Position

Novavax is global biotechnology company, committed to developing life-saving innovations that reach billions around the world. Our corporate growth strategy focuses on maximizing the impact of our cutting-edge technology by forging strategic partnerships for our R&D assets and our Matrix-M® adjuvant to drive vaccine innovation that protects the health of people. By leveraging our science, our technology and our people, we will innovate and collaborate to tackle the world’s most significant health challenges. Job Description We are seeking multiple highly motivated temporary employees to support cutting-edge research at the intersection of computational biology, artificial intelligence, and vaccine discovery. These positions offer a unique opportunity to be mentored by Novavax scientists while contributing to the computational design and experimental assessment of novel protein antigens by leveraging the latest advances in large language models (LLMs), GPT-based systems, and AI-driven protein engineering. The contractors will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of computational scientists and experimental biologists to accelerate next-generation vaccine antigen discovery.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate (Bachelors, B.S.) or Master’s student at a U.S. university during Summer 2026.
• Major field of study should be in Computer Science, Biology, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field.
• Completion of at least 25% of required academic credits toward the degree program.
• Strong interest in vaccine research, protein design, or AI applications in biology.
• Basic proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R, or similar).
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research-focused environment.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework or experience in machine learning, deep learning, or AI.
• Familiarity with protein biology, structural biology, or bioinformatics tools.
• Experience with data analysis, scientific computing, or cloud-based workflows.
• Prior exposure to LLMs, GPTs, or generative models applied to scientific problems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the computational design of novel protein antigens for vaccine research.
• Apply and evaluate emerging AI/ML approaches, including large language models (LLMs) and GPT-based tools, for protein sequence and structure design.
• Support experimental assessment and analysis of designed protein antigens in collaboration with laboratory teams.
• Analyze and interpret computational and experimental data; document results and insights.
• Contribute to internal reports, presentations, and project discussions.
• Stay informed on recent advances in AI-driven protein design and computational biology.

Benefits

• Novavax offers a base salary, annual bonus, equity grants, professional career development/growth opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Rx, STD, LTD, Life, Optional Life, 401(k) plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees