Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

Summary

Join Natera's Bioinformatics Research Team as a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist, contributing to the development of innovative algorithms and statistical methods for analyzing large-scale datasets related to cancer detection. This hybrid/remote position (US-based) requires a PhD in a relevant field and a strong background in algorithm development, genomics, and machine learning. You will collaborate with biologists and clinical scientists, ensuring data integrity and contributing to experimental design. Natera offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, as well as free testing for employees and their families. The company fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration, providing opportunities to work with leading experts in the field of genetic disease management.

Requirements

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field with a strong focus on cancer epi/genomics
• Track-record of developing state-of-the-art computational methods or highly cited publications
• Highly experienced in 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 perform hypothesis driven research, visualize findings and summarize results in oral and written form
• 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

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