Staff Bioinformatics Scientist -- Oncology/MRD Algorithm Development

• Prototype novel NGS algorithms for clinical oncology use cases such as MRD
• Assess and improve existing secondary analysis algorithms for variant and biomarker detection
• In collaboration with external and internal experimental teams, design and analyze experiments to support existing or new Illumina oncology assays.
• Provide technical guidance to internal and external collaborators.
• Participate in cross functional assay and algorithm R&D teams with minimal oversight.
• Effectively communicate plans and results across functions

• PhD in bioinformatics, computation biology, statistics, math or related field with 3+ years industry experience
• Fluency in at least two of statistics, common bioinformatics methods NGS analysis, and oncology.
• Proven track-record with developing bioinformatics NGS algorithms beyond leveraging already existing tools.
• Fluency in programming languages such as Python. Experience with C++ is desired
• Good communication skills to contribute to cross functional project teams and work with stakeholders.

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The estimated base salary range for the Staff Bioinformatics Scientist -- Oncology/MRD Algorithm Development role based in the United States of America is: $155,600 - $233,400. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may receive equity as part of the compensation package. We offer a wide range of benefits as innovative as our work, including access to genomics sequencing, family planning, health/dental/vision, retirement benefits, and paid time off.

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