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Fapon · 1 month ago

Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

Pleasanton, CA, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$140K/yr - $180K/yr

3+ years exp

Fapon is a biotechnology company dedicated to developing AI-driven workflows that automate the discovery of novel biomarkers. They are seeking a motivated Senior Bioinformatics Scientist to join their interdisciplinary team, focusing on integrating AI solutions within the life sciences domain and engaging significantly with customers.

BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingMedical

Responsibilities

Work closely with the Business Development team and serve as the primary scientific point of contact for enterprise customers, building deep technical relationships and helping customers derive biological insights

Design and implement custom multi-omics analysis workflows (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, epigenomics) tailored to customer use cases

Evaluate and incorporate new bioinformatics tools, algorithms, and computational methods to stay at the forefront of the field

Author and contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and IP filings

Qualification

Multi-omics analysisMachine learning techniquesProgramming languagesStatistical methodsCloud computingCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsCollaborative team player

Required

Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in processing and analyzing mutli-omics datasets (e.g., genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, metabolomics, epigenomics) and deriving meaningful insights

Hands-on experience with applying advanced statistical methods and machine learning techniques to analyze omics data and identify novel biomarkers, therapeutic targets, and molecular mechanisms

Excellent publication record and communication skills with ability to explain concepts to diverse audiences

Fluency in programming languages like Python, R, and bioinformatics workflows (e.g., using Nextflow, Snakemake, or similar)

Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including testing, code reviews, version control (e.g., Git), and containerization

Experience with cloud computing environments and AI technologies is a significant plus

PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or related field

Benefits

Financial security through competitive compensation, incentives, and retirement plan

Healthcare and well-being programs including competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous paid time-off including vacation, sick time, holidays, and discretionary winter shutdown

401(k) retirement savings with a generous company match

Other comprehensive voluntary benefits include but are not limited to pet insurance, life insurance, employee assistance program (EAP), discount programs, and many more

We continue to optimize our benefits & wellness programs as we grow our organization to make sure they meet our diverse workforce needs

Hybrid work opportunities.