Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

6 hours, 33 minutes ago
Full-time
Junior
Data Science and Analytics
Natera

Natera

Natera specializes in cell-free DNA testing, providing advanced genetic testing services for oncology, women's health, and organ health to help families diagnose and manage genetic diseases.

Pharmaceuticals
1K-5K
Founded 2004

Description

  • Design, develop, and validate algorithms and statistical models for large-scale genomic data analysis.
  • Co-architect, implement, and deploy automated analysis workflows for clinical diagnostics.
  • Support variant calling, fusion detection, and automated quality control in bioinformatics pipelines.
  • Perform code reviews, maintain technical documentation, and optimize computational infrastructure.
  • Analyze complex multi-omic datasets using high-performance internal pipelines.
  • Collaborate with wet-lab scientists and statisticians to meet research milestones.
  • Contribute as an individual contributor and co-developer on cross-functional initiatives.

Requirements

  • PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Engineering, Statistics, Cancer Biology, or a similar field.
  • 0–3 years of professional or postgraduate experience in bioinformatics or computational biology.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to present complex computational findings to cross-functional stakeholders.
  • Deep expertise in high-throughput DNA sequencing (NGS) analysis, including sequence alignment, mapping, and clinical-grade variant calling.
  • Proven track record of developing high-impact bioinformatics methodologies.
  • Advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithm design, and computational complexity analysis.
  • High proficiency in Python and scientific libraries including NumPy, Pandas, and Scikit-learn.
  • Experience with workflow orchestration languages, with WDL preferred, for scalable pipeline development and versioning.
  • Experience with cloud-based distributed computing environments, specifically AWS.
  • Proficiency in Linux environments, including command-line tools and shell scripting.
  • Familiarity with cancer biology biomarkers and public genomic databases such as TCGA, COSMIC, or OncoKB.

Benefits

  • Annual performance incentive bonus.
  • Long-term equity awards.
  • Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Generous paid time off and company holidays.
  • Pregnancy and baby bonding leave.
  • Free testing for employees and immediate family members, plus fertility care benefits.
  • Commuter benefits and additional wellness and work-life benefits.

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