Associate Director of Bioinformatics

Summary

Join Natera's Oncology Research Bioinformatics team as an Associate Director, leading a team of Bioinformatics Scientists. You will plan and execute research projects, develop innovative algorithms for ultra-deep sequencing data, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has a strong background in algorithm and assay development, sequencing data processing, and product development. Responsibilities include leading assay development, troubleshooting experiments, communicating findings, and presenting results. The role requires a PhD and 6-8 years of experience in bioinformatics with extensive managerial experience. Natera offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans, free testing for employees and their families, fertility care benefits, and more.

Requirements

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering, Biostatistics, or related field
• Minimum of 6-8 years of working in the bioinformatics field and extensive managerial and cross-functional experience
• Track record of leading and developing state-of-the-art and highly impactful computational methods
• Highly experienced in algorithm development, data analysis, and machine learning
• Experience with multiplex PCR and hybrid capture data
• 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

• Envision, plan, and execute research strategies in collaboration with other cross-functional stakeholders
• Drive the development of innovative algorithms on ultra-deep sequencing data
• Lead a team of Bioinformatics Scientists and support their professional growth
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence
• Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including engineering, biostats, and molecular biology teams, to support the development of new products
• Lead assay development and optimization, and troubleshoot wetlab experiments through close collaboration with wetlab scientists
• Communicate findings clearly across all levels and functions of the company and act as a subject matter expert
• Prepare deliverables and present results to both internal and external collaborators
• Present results at conferences and publish in top-tier journals
• Develop and improve analysis pipelines for diagnostic tests, including variant detection and quality control
• Deploy analysis pipelines on the cloud and optimize resource utilization

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• Commuter benefits
• A generous employee referral program