Staff Bioinformatics Scientist

Exact Sciences

San Diego, CA, US
Base: $143,000 - $243,000; bonus: eligible; benefi...
Phd or equivalent experience in bioinformatics
8+ years industry experience in bioinformatics
6+ years medical device or ivd experience
The Staff Bioinformatics Scientist will independently lead planning and execution of extremely complex research projects to improve cancer detection and treatment

Job Summary

  • The Staff Bioinformatics Scientist will independently lead planning and execution of extremely complex research projects to improve cancer detection and treatment.
  • This role requires a technical expert to provide mentorship to junior scientists while developing innovative algorithms and processes for diagnostic assay products.
  • Exact Sciences offers robust benefits including health coverage, paid time off, and a retirement savings plan to support employees in their purpose-driven careers.

Matching Summary

The Staff Bioinformatics Scientist will independently lead planning and execution of extremely complex research projects to improve cancer detection and treatment.

Salary

Base: $143,000 - $243,000; Bonus: Eligible; Benefits: PTO, parental leave, retirement plan, health/dental/vision

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD or equivalent experience in bioinformatics
  • 8+ years industry experience in bioinformatics
  • 6+ years medical device or IVD experience
  • Deep knowledge of NGS and genomics
  • Developing statistical and quantitative methods
  • Managing HPC or cloud computing environments

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with AI and deep learning techniques
  • 2+ years direct people leadership experience
  • Background in GMP and ISO manufacturing environments
  • Previous project lead experience for scientific teams
  • Experience in molecular diagnostics clinical laboratory

Key Requirements

  • PhD in bioinformatics or related field
  • 8+ years of bioinformatics industry experience
  • 6+ years in medical device/IVD/biotech/pharma
  • Master's degree plus 4 years experience as alternative
  • Bachelor's degree plus 6 years experience as alternative

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