CompanyFounded in 2020, Bactobio is a London-based biotechnology company pioneering the cultivation of previously unculturable microbes using synthetic biology, next-generation sequencing, and advanced AI-driven methods. These microbes represent a vast untapped bioresource, offering significant potential for discovering novel compounds with applications across diverse industries. Driven by impact, our primary mission is to address major global challenges—such as antimicrobial resistance through the development of new antibiotics, and food security via natural, biodegradable fungicides.
RolePhD students who have an industry internship as a funded component of their doctoral program
In this role, you will explore and apply DNA large language models at Bactobio.
Please share your expertise in these and related areas, including relevant software, programming languages, libraries, and frameworks. Ideal candidates will have deep learning experience, programming skills, and at least a basic understanding of molecular biology or genetics.
Our previous interns come from a range of programmes, including PIPS, iCASE, and MRC LID. Read about recent internship experiences on our website.
TeamBactobio is a vibrant, tight-knit, and highly collaborative team of about fifty people. We sit and work together and take genuine interest in one another's work. You can expect to collaborate daily with wet-lab scientists, data scientists, bioinformaticians, and software developers, while also gaining exposure to our broader business journey.
Everyone who writes code at Bactobio contributes daily to the same shared codebase. We care deeply about cultivating an environment—and codebase—that is productive and enjoyable to collaborate within. We strive for best practices with sensible implementations. This includes git-based version control, thorough unit and integration testing, code review, and transparent communication around design decisions. If you haven't had exposure to working in such an environment, it's great professional experience to walk away with.
- BenefitsBrand new, modern labs in Central London with dedicated office space, large balconies and 360’ views of the London skyline
- The chance to be part of a fun, multicultural, kind, and ambitious crowd that are impact-driven
- Daily access to academic leaders, business leaders, and unicorn founders
- Flexible start and finish times within the company’s core hours (10-4 pm) to fit your preferences
- Diverse team of colleagues (check out our website to meet us)
- Weekly team activities including board games, sports activities, and socials on Fridays
- Complimentary snacks, fruits, tea, coffee, soft drinks,...
- Access to 1000s of training courses through Udemy & Codeacademy, with an allowance for both personal development and work-related training
- Bike2Work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme offering structured counselling, life and career coaching, legal and financial advise
