Senior Data Scientist

Summary

Join Natera as a Senior Data Scientist and contribute to the design, prototyping, and productization of cutting-edge algorithms for genetic data analysis. You will perform data analysis, contribute to the company's intellectual property, and collaborate with molecular biology and biostatistics teams. This role involves building probabilistic models for next-generation sequencing platforms, developing algorithms and products, and driving rigorous data analysis. The ideal candidate possesses a PhD or MS in a relevant field, extensive experience in data analysis using Python or C++, and a strong foundation in probability theory. Natera offers competitive benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans, free testing for employees and their families, fertility care benefits, and more.

Requirements

• PhD or MS in applied math, statistics, engineering, or equivalent
• Minimum of three years of experience in data analysis (including experience obtained while acquiring Ph.D.) using software such as Python
• Excellent foundation in probability theory and estimation/classification methods
• Proven ability to apply mathematical principles to solve real estimation problems and implement practical solutions
• Experience in using Python for data analysis
• Excellent communication skills and the desire to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Desire to learn about human genetics and sequencing technologies

Responsibilities

• Participate in research efforts into building probabilistic models for next generation sequence platforms
• Leverage accurate probability models to build the next round of algorithms and products
• Move products through the full development process, from research through commercial launch
• Contribute to our intellectual property portfolio
• Drive rigorous data analysis effort and support group efforts toward high quality documentation
• Help develop and guide molecular biology experiments

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-graduate experience in a data science or engineering role outside of academics
• Experience with a database query language such as SQL
• Previous exposure to next-generation sequencing analysis

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
• Free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
• Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
• 401k benefits
• Commuter benefits