Bioinformatics Manager (Spatial)

MGI; United States; Remote; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan

20 PTO days and 11 holidays per year

Annual bonus plan

Education Assistance

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company is seeking a Spatial Bioinformatics Manager to oversee the development of data analysis pipelines for single-cell and spatial genomics. This position involves leading a team, managing cloud infrastructure, and collaborating on advanced bioinformatics projects. Candidates should have a PhD in Bioinformatics or a related field, along with experience in NGS and team management. This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $180,000, and it allows for remote work within the United States.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience as an NGS bioinformatician focused on single-cell/spatial genomics.
• 3+ years of project or team management experience.
• Strong understanding of molecular biology and sequencing technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of bioinformatics scientists.
• Design and optimize analysis pipelines for genomics data.
• Manage cloud-based data analysis and storage systems.

Skills

Leadership

Bioinformatics expertise

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Seurat

Cloud computing (AWS)

Bash programming

Job description

Are you an accomplished leader in next-generation sequencing bioinformatics, driven by a passion for single-cell and spatial genomics?

Do you thrive in an environment built on collaboration, communication, and scientific innovation?

As the Spatial Bioinformatics Manager at MGI US LLC, you will lead the development and application of advanced data analysis pipelines for single-cell and spatial genomics, including Stereo-seq technology. Leveraging your technical expertise and leadership experience, you will drive innovation in bioinformatics workflows, support product development, and enable scientific discovery across research and customer-facing applications.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

• Lead team execution: Manage and mentor a team of bioinformatics scientists, setting priorities and tracking performance to achieve business and scientific goals
• Develop pipelines: Design, optimize, and maintain analysis pipelines for single-cell and spatial genomics data
• Drive technology transfer: Transition workflows from R&D to regional and customer-facing teams, improving scalability and usability
• Resolve technical issues: Troubleshoot workflow and data challenges, performing root cause analysis for internal and customer projects
• Own cloud infrastructure: Oversee cloud-based data analysis and storage systems (e.g., AWS) supporting Stereo-seq pipelines
• Enable cross-functional collaboration: Partner with R&D, Product, Business Development, and external collaborators to implement new workflows
• Expand partnerships: Strengthen bioinformatics capabilities through external collaborations and strategic partnerships
• Represent MGI externally: Present at conferences and tradeshows to support scientific and commercial initiatives

ABOUT YOU

• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams
• Results-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative mindset with a proactive and adaptable approach

WHERE YOU WILL WORK

• This position is eligible for remote work within the United States
• Occasional travel may be required for conferences, collaboration, or customer support

WHAT YOU WILL BRING US

• 2+ years of experience as an NGS bioinformatician, with focus on single-cell and/or spatial genomics data analysis
• 3+ years of project or team management experience
• Proficiency in Python, R, Seurat and Bash programming
• Experience with bioinformatics frameworks such as Seurat or similar tools
• Experience with cloud computing environments (e.g., AWS), preferably in an administrative or advanced user capacity
• Strong understanding of molecular biology, next-generation sequencing, and spatial genomics technologies

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• Deep understanding of spatial biology workflows and technologies (e.g., Stereo-seq or similar platforms)
• Experience in algorithm development and machine learningExperience contributing to scientific publications or product development
• Experience supporting customer-facing bioinformatics workflows

WHAT YOUR EDUCATION LOOKS LIKE

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biostatistics, or a related field

HOW WE WILL REWARD YOU

The base salary range for this position is $150,000-180,000 DOE.*

• Annual bonus plan to say thank you for all your hard work.

We offer eligible employees and their dependents (including domestic partners) a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. We contributes to the benefits package.

• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• Commuter Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Education Assistance
• 20 PTO days and 11 holidays per year

MGI US LLC provides equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, age, disability, veteran or uniformed service status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

*Final offer will be dependent on, but limited to, geographic location, relevant education and work experience, internal equity, and market conditions.