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You’ll help develop advanced NGS workflows and bioinformatics solutions. You will contribute to developing fully automated, sample-to-report NGS workflows for both clinical and research applications, with a focus on oncology. Working with cross-functional teams of algorithm developers, software engineers, molecular biologists, and product managers, you will help advance genomic analysis and precision medicine.
Location
This is a fully onsite position based in South San Francisco, CA or Pleasanton, CA site. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.
A Day in the Life
- Design, develop, and optimize bioinformatics pipelines supporting next-generation sequencing (NGS) workflows for oncology and other clinical and research applications
- Develop automation tools and scalable software solutions to streamline genomic data processing and analysis
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, algorithm developers, molecular biologists, and product managers, to deliver integrated sample-to-report solutions
- Validate bioinformatics algorithms and workflows while ensuring compliance with quality and regulatory standards
- Translate customer and scientific requirements into technical specifications and software requirements
- Support product development through data analysis, troubleshooting, testing, and documentation
- Maintain clear technical documentation and contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives
Keys to Success
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biomedical Engineering, or related biological field with 8+ years of experience in bioinformatics, with focus on NGS applications and oncology; OR Advanced Degree with 6+ years of experience
Experience
- Experience developing bioinformatics pipelines and genomic analysis workflows in regulated environments
- Proficiency with common bioinformatics tools and algorithms for NGS analysis
- Experience with variant calling, sequence alignment, and functional annotation
- Strong programming skills in Python, Perl, and shell scripting
- Expertise working in Linux/Unix environments and relational databases
- Experience with testing and documentation in regulated environments
- Experience supporting cross-functional software or product development teams
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS) and containerization technologies
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of statistical analysis and machine learning techniques
- Familiarity with Java programming is desired
- Demonstrated project coordination and cross-functional team collaboration
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Detail-oriented with ability to adapt to team standards
- Understanding of clinical and regulatory requirements for diagnostic applications
- Knowledge of software development best practices and version control systems
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Other
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check and drug scre
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $129,400.00–$165,000.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
- A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
- Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
- At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
- Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
- Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: [https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards](https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards)
