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Company

Natera · 7 hours ago

Lead Bioinformatician

US Remote

Full-time

Remote

Senior Level

$134K/yr - $167K/yr

6+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Collaborate with bench scientists to design and analyze experiments to evaluate novel assay technologies, and provide independent interpretation and recommendations for assay optimization.

Provide technical support for assays in production, including troubleshooting, QC monitoring and reporting out to lab operations, development and bioinformatics teams.

Develop algorithms and tools as necessary to support development of new products, including contributions to the bioinformatics pipeline.

Act as an internal technical consultant to other functional groups or their members by providing expert advice on bioinformatics methodology.

Work closely with interdisciplinary teams including assay, engineering, biostats, commercial and lab operations to support the development of new products.

Qualification

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BioinformaticsNGS Data AnalysisPythonRExploratory Data AnalysisData VisualizationNGS WorkflowsShell ScriptingCloud ComputingWorkflow Management ToolsCLIA StandardsTechnical Communication

Required

Master’s degree in bioinformatics with 6 years post-graduate experience, or PhD with 3 years of post-graduate experience

At least 4 years practical experience with data analysis tools such as Python or R

Expert knowledge of bioinformatics tools for NGS including all aspects of sequencing QC and secondary analyses including variant calling

Strong programming and scripting experience in Python, R and shell

Fluent in all aspects of exploratory data analysis and visualization for complex data sets and ability to distill observations to actionable recommendations

Deep understanding of NGS workflows from sample extraction to sequencing

Ability to communicate effectively with wet lab groups and explain clearly technical bioinformatics concepts

Ability to work independently while managing multiple objectives and timelines

Desire to work in a fast-paced environment with potential for high impact in a small team

Preferred

Familiarity with cloud computing and workflow management tools such as SnakeMake, WDL or NextFlow

Familiarity with typical approaches, best practices, and regulatory standards in CLIA product development design

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

Generous employee referral program

Company

Natera

Glassdoor

3.5

Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing to provide a more targeted interventions to oncology, women's health, and organ health.

Founded in 2004

San Carlos, California, USA

1,001-5,000 employees

https://www.natera.com/

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