Natera · 11 hours ago
Senior/Lead Bioinformatics Scientist (Epigenomics)
San Carlos, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$147K/yr - $184K/yrNatera is currently seeking a Senior/Lead Bioinformatics Scientist to join our Bioinformatics Research Team focused on Epigenomics in Oncology. The ideal candidate will design and implement algorithms to analyze cancer detection data while collaborating with molecular biologists and clinical scientists.
BiotechnologyGeneticsHealth DiagnosticsMedicalWomen's
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
Qualification
Required
PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field with a strong emphasis on cancer epi/genomics
Proven track-record of developing state-of-the-art computational methods for high throughput sequencing data processing
Strong foundation in quantitative reasoning, statistical analysis and applied machine learning
Strong computational and programming skills, with hands-on experience with Python and its scientific library stack (Pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn)
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
Benefits
Annual performance incentive bonus
Long-term equity awards
Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
401(k) with company match
Generous paid time off and company holidays
Additional wellness and work-life benefits
Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents
Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits
Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more
Generous 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.
Founded in 2004
5001-10000 employees
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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, Board Member
Recent News
2025-12-16
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