Bioinformatics Production Analyst

Summary

Join Natera, a global leader in cell-free DNA testing, as a Bioinformatics Production Analyst. You will perform basic data analysis, providing bioinformatics support for carrier screening and germline sequencing tests. This pivotal role involves collaborating with a cross-functional team, troubleshooting data analysis pipelines, analyzing high-throughput DNA sequencing data, and improving production pipelines. You will also create high-quality documentation. The position offers a hybrid or fully remote work arrangement, with a preference for candidates in the SF Bay Area. Natera provides a competitive benefits package.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Bioinformatics, a similar field, or equivalent 2+ years of relevant and related experience
• Knowledge of genomics, relevant NGS analyses (mapping, variant calling, etc.), and NGS file types
• Ability to produce high quality written documentation for varying audiences, e.g. validation reports
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple objectives and timelines
• Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with potential for high impact in a small team
• Team player, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a cross functional team that can include biologists, software engineers, lab operations, and lab affairs
• Troubleshoot issues related to data analysis pipelines or low quality data
• Analyze high-throughput DNA sequencing data
• Provide and implement improvements to the production pipeline
• Produce high quality written documentation including study plans and reports

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Python for data analysis and plotting
• Experience using Linux command-line tools and relational databases (SQL)
• Knowledge of data visualization tools/platforms

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits for employees and their immediate families
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Generous employee referral program
• Remote work, flexible hours