Lead/Staff Bioinformatics Scientist

at  Natera

San Carlos, CA 94070, USA -

Start DateExpiry DateSalaryPosted OnExperienceSkillsTelecommuteSponsor Visa
Immediate02 Jan, 2025USD 214800 Annual06 Oct, 2024N/AAlgorithm Development,Statistics,Computer Science,Data Analysis,Sequencing,Machine Learning,Biology,Bioinformatics,PythonNoNo
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Description:

POSITION LOCATION:

Position is available as a hybrid position in San Carlos, Bay Area, California as well as a remote position (within US).

POSITION SUMMARY:

Natera is currently seeking a Lead/Staff Bioinformatics Scientist to join our Bioinformatics Research Team focused on Epigenomics in Oncology. Natera’s mission is to change the management of disease worldwide by using information gained from a simple blood draw to detect disease early and proactively inform treatment. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in algorithm development, genomics, sequencing data processing, and/or applied machine learning. The individual will serve as a technical lead for various algorithm and machine learning model development projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field with a strong focus on cancer epi/genomics

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Minimum of 6-10 years of experience working in the bioinformatics field, including algorithm development, data analysis, and machine learning
  • Deep understanding of sequencing data
  • Familiar with public databases such as TCGA, COSMIC, or OncoKB
  • Experience in Python
  • Experience using Linux command-line tools and writing shell scripts
  • Ability to visualize findings and summarize results in oral and written form for both technical and non-technical audiences
  • High scientific rigor and eager to teach and learn about new computational methods and biology

Responsibilities:

  • Design, implement, and validate innovative algorithms and statistical methods to analyze large-scale data sets related to cancer detection
  • Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence
  • Work closely with molecular biologists and clinical scientists to solve challenging problems
  • Contribute to experimental design and ensure data integrity and quality control
  • Act as technical lead during various phases of research and product development
  • Mentor and train other bioinformatics scientists


REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)

Information Technology/IT

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San Carlos, CA 94070, USA