Remote Computational Biologist - ML & Genomics Expert

Hired; Dubai; On-site; AED 202,000 - 304,000; Part time

Job summary

Hired is seeking a Computational Biology Expert (PhD) to work on a contract basis, remotely. You will develop and implement computational models to analyze biological data and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role focuses on genomic and proteomic data, applying ML methods, and communicating findings to stakeholders. A PhD and strong coding skills are required; the position offers exposure to cutting-edge bioinformatics tools.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field with relevant research experience.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or C++ for data analysis and modeling.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries, including TensorFlow or PyTorch.
• Strong background in statistical analysis and experimental design for biological data.
• Familiarity with tools like BLAST, Bowtie, or other bioinformatics software suites.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting while meeting project deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop computational frameworks to process large-scale biological datasets.
• Apply machine learning techniques to model biological systems and predict outcomes.
• Develop algorithms for genomic, proteomic, or other high-throughput biological data.
• Interpret results and communicate findings to stakeholders in a clear, actionable manner.
• Stay current with advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics, and related tools.

Skills

Python

R

C++

ML frameworks

Statistics

Independent work

Education

PhD in Computational Biology/Bioinformatics

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

BLAST

Bowtie

Job description

Hired is seeking a Computational Biology Expert (PhD) to work on a contract basis, remotely. You will develop and implement computational models to analyze biological data and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

The role focuses on genomic and proteomic data, applying ML methods, and communicating findings to stakeholders. A PhD and strong coding skills are required; the position offers exposure to cutting-edge bioinformatics tools.