Scientist, Microbiome Data Science & Bioinformatics
Core
Translate large microbiome datasets into mechanistic and therapeutic hypotheses through omics analysis and create novel analytical methods.
Role type
Senior IC bioinformatics scientist (microbiome)
Builds
Production bioinformatic workflows, datasets, databases, and analytical methods for R&D and clinical initiatives
Domain
Biotechnology / Microbiome / Omics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features
Required skills
Omics data analysis, Cloud-based workflow development, Linux, Python, R, Statistical computing, Data mining, Biomarker discovery, Bioinformatic method development
Preferred skills
Microbiome domain expertise, Peer-reviewed publication experience, Agile practices
Technologies
AWS, Linux, Python, R
Responsibilities
Lead qualitative and quantitative human microbiome research including data mining and interpretation of clinical trial findings; Create, curate, and maintain datasets and databases for complex omics data; Conceptualize, build, test, and benchmark gold standard and novel bioinformatic methods; Contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals and present scientific work; Critically evaluate primary literature for experimental design and analysis.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC