Principal/sr Principal Scientist - Applied Genetics

GlaxoSmithKline

Cambridge, MA, USA
Base: $121,275 to $202,125; bonus/equity: annual b...
Hybrid
Human genetics
Statistical genetics
Genetic epidemiology
The R&D Translational Sciences group generates and applies human genetics, genomics, and biomarker insights into key GSK disease areas and product strategies

Job Summary

  • The R&D Translational Sciences group generates and applies human genetics, genomics, and biomarker insights into key GSK disease areas and product strategies.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for performing human genetics & statistical genetics analyses, evaluating genetic evidence, and implementing new analytical methods.
  • This role offers the opportunity to lead key activities to progress YOUR career within a hybrid working model.

Matching Summary

The R&D Translational Sciences group generates and applies human genetics, genomics, and biomarker insights into key GSK disease areas and product strategies.

Salary

Base: $121,275 to $202,125; Bonus/Equity: annual bonus and eligibility for share-based long term incentive; Benefits: health care, insurance, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, paid leave

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • human genetics
  • statistical genetics
  • genetic epidemiology
  • computational skills
  • large-scale genetic studies
  • R or Python programming
  • cloud-based computing platforms

Nice-to-have

  • multi-disciplinary teams
  • creative solutions
  • problem-solving skills
  • software development
  • FAIR data principles

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in human genetics or related disciplines
  • Experience with GWAS, WGS, Mendelian Randomization
  • Experience with QTL mapping & integration
  • Proficient in R or Python
  • Experience with AWS and/or Google Cloud

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