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Computational Scientist: Human Genetics
1 DNA Way South San Francisco, CA 94080 US
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with scientists in Human Genetics department to analyze large datasets of genetic, genomic, and clinical data from internal studies (including our clinical trials and high throughput screens), collaborations with academic and industry partners, and public external data sets
- Develop analytical approaches to integrate and interpret these data, delivering insights into disease biology to propel our translational goals
- Coordinate the intake and preparation of new datasets as they become available for analysis
- Document process, findings, and code
- Present findings to the department and cross-functional collaborators and contribute to publications
Requirements:
- PhD (or Masters with significant experience) in Statistical Genetics, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Genetic Epidemiology, or a related field.
- Proficient experience in programming with R and Python.
- Solid knowledge of command line interface (Bash).
- Demonstrated experience in the design, quality control, and performing association analyses (GWAS and Burden tests) for common and rare variants using array- and sequence-based genetic data .
- Experience working with biobank data (examples such as UK Biobank, FinnGen or All of Us).
- Experience working with Electronic Health Records (EHR) or other Real World Data (RWD). Proficient in software engineering practices, including version control using Git and executing parallel computing workflows (e.g., Slurm batch jobs).
- Experience working with workflow management systems such as WDL, Nextflow, or other relevant workflow management languages.
- Prior experience working on Cardiovascular Diseases is a plus.
- Ability to create detailed documentation of work completed as well as analyses performed.
- Curiosity and desire to learn more about human genetics, bioinformatics, and biology.
- Ability to produce high-quality analysis results with minimal supervision. This includes meeting key deadlines and making sensible independent decisions.
- Good communication skills and experience working as part of a team.
Pay Rate Range: $50-63/hr depending on experience
Equal Opportunity Employer: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.
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