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Natera · 2 days ago
Associate Director, Bioinformatics
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director
$154K/yr - $231K/yr
6+ years exp
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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
Contribute to experimental design and ensure data integrity and quality control
Communicate findings clearly across all levels and functions of the company and act as a subject matter expert
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 the resource utilization
Lead assay development and optimization, and troubleshoot wetlab experiments through close collaboration with wetlab scientists
Qualification
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Required
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
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability plans
Free testing and fertility care benefits
Pregnancy and baby bonding leave
401k benefits
Commuter benefits
Employee referral program
Company
Natera
Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health.
1,001-5,000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (24)
2022 (54)
2021 (75)
2020 (47)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.16BKey Investors
Sofinnova InvestmentsLightspeed Venture PartnersSequoia Capital
2023-09-07Post Ipo Equity· $250M
2022-11-15Post Ipo Equity· $400.05M
2022-03-16Post Ipo Equity· $5M
Leadership Team
Steve Chapman
CEO
Jonathan Sheena
Co-Founder
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