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Exact Sciences · 14 hours ago

Sr. Bioinformatics Scientist

US - CA - San Diego

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$128K/yr - $192K/yr

5+ years exp

Exact Sciences is dedicated to changing how the world prevents, detects, and guides treatment for cancer. The Senior Bioinformatics Scientist will collaborate on complex projects, leading analyses and mentoring junior scientists, while driving innovative solutions in the development of diagnostic assay products.

BiotechnologyHealth DiagnosticsManufacturingMedical

No H1B

Responsibilities

Conduct analyses within several product or technology areas and identify problems and discrepancies

Independently develop, plan, and analyze results of bench level experiments within several product or technology areas; effectively present and clearly communicate findings at data meetings, group meetings and project team meetings

Analyze research/experimental data, interpret the results, and provide insights into the next steps and the direction of the project

Independently develop methods and procedures for new assignments/study/experiments

Provide technical guidance to junior scientists in project teams

Manage bench-generated data and bioinformatics outputs within high performance computing (HPC) or cloud computing environment

Determine, utilize, and apply methods or technologies effectively and provide ideas for new techniques, when appropriate

Maintain knowledge of technological industry developments that could assist in completion of an assignment or aid in the development of new processes or procedures

Provide technical input and participate in decisions affecting project planning and experimental design

Prepare and provide information and data for scientific abstracts/conferences/project meetings/publication

Contribute to the intellectual property portfolio by implementing innovative and creative ideas to solve problems or improve on current methods

Generate, document, and communicate development plans for critical aspects of a project

Develop research plans and experimental outlines to write experimental protocols and perform laboratory experiments

Prepare detailed technical procedures, protocols, and reports

Evaluate impact of nonconforming data to product or process

Identify and address trends in study data

Prepare and approve written reports

Lead identification of areas for process improvements

Maintain lab notebook in a clear, complete, and consistent manner, following all legal, ISO, and QSR requirements

Prepare reports and documentation providing highly technical analysis or summarization of experimental results, outcomes, next steps, and the future direction of the project to functional leader, technical teams/groups, or project teams

Present experimental results and defend scientific ideas and findings at data meetings, group meetings, project team meetings and/or departmental meetings, lead meetings as subject matter expert

Demonstrate technical proficiency, scientific creativity and rigor, collaboration with others, and independent thought and ability to provide insights and defend scientific ideas

Work on problems of extremely complex scope in which analysis of data requires an evaluation of intangible variables

Exercise independent judgment in developing methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions

Work on assignments individually and with project team members as appropriate to meet department and project objectives

Work within project timeframes with successful outcomes on multiple projects and key responsibilities

Act as bioinformatics leader for one or more projects that are complex in scope

Act as subject matter expert in core team and/or cross-functional meetings

Exercise discretion and independent judgement within broadly defined practices and policies in: selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining and interpreting results; analyzing data and presenting findings in a professional and knowledgeable manner

Promote an open, collaborative environment built on trust to foster positive teamwork

Plan and recommend activities that account for prioritization of organizational and department goals

Train, guide and mentor research associates and junior level scientists

Organize, present, and convey complex problems or issues

Communicate clearly and frequently with all levels of the organization; including team members, project team members (core and extended), functional managers, clinical lab, and other stakeholders

Create high quality presentations that effectively communicate and tie into a cohesive story, the project status, and/or experimental results

Apply strength in performing complex analyses and the ability to present data and recommendations to a variety of audiences throughout an organization

Apply qualitative and analytical skills with strong attention to detail

Ability to effectively work on several varied projects at one time, with frequent changing priorities

Demonstrate excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills

Apply sound technical knowledge and ability gained through experience and/or learning

Apply previous knowledge and outcomes to new and valuable problems (able to make predictions based on a deep understanding of the fundamental nature of the inputs into a decision or action)

Uphold company mission and values through accountability, innovation, integrity, quality, and teamwork

Support and comply with the company’s Quality Management System policies and procedures

Maintain regular and reliable attendance

Ability to act with an inclusion mindset and model these behaviors for the organization

Ability to work on a mobile device, tablet, or in front of a computer screen and/or perform typing for approximately 90% of a typical working day

Ability to work on a computer and phone simultaneously

Ability to travel 5% of working time away from work location, may include overnight/weekend travel

Qualification

BioinformaticsNext-generation sequencing (NGS)Linux-based HPCProgramming/scripting languagesStatistical software JMPStatistical software RMolecular biologyCloud computingAssay designMachine learningTechnical supportTeam collaborationMentoring

Required

Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, or related field; or Master's degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, or related field plus 4 years of experience in lieu of a Ph.D.; or Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, mathematics, or related field plus 6 years of experience in lieu of Ph.D

5+ years of industry or academia experience in bioinformatics

3+ years of experience in medical device/IVD, biotech, life science or pharmaceutical industry

Extensive experience in Linux-based HPC or cloud computing environments and associated tools

Ability to write custom code in at least three programming or scripting languages

Technical expert in the area of molecular biology and/or biochemistry and/or next-generation sequencing (NGS) and genomics

Knowledge of product/assay research, design, or development

Working knowledge of statistical and mathematical methods in biology/genetics, including experience with statistical software, such as JMP or R

Basic computer skills to include Internet navigation, Email usage, and word processing

Proficient in Microsoft Office to include Excel and Word and PowerPoint

Demonstrated ability to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in country where work will be performed on a full time or part-time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visas at this time