Bioinformatics Scientist I

Foundation Medicine; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 113,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Bonus potential

Job summary

Foundation Medicine seeks a Scientist I, Bioinformatics to develop and optimize methods for detecting alterations in tumor DNA and RNA, contributing to biomarker and companion diagnostics development. The role spans method development, data mining, and interdisciplinary collaboration to advance diagnostics.

You will contribute to new algorithms, work within a multidisciplinary team, and present results while supporting project timelines and deliverables.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required; PhD preferred.
• 1+ year of industry experience or post-doctoral work.
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages R and Python.

Responsibilities

• Develop diagnostic methods using massively parallel sequencing of tumor DNA and RNA.
• Develop algorithms to identify and characterize alterations in tumor DNA and RNA from clinical samples.
• Enhance assay capabilities and robustness of existing methods.
• Analyze large data sets for method development and validation.
• Present data clearly to colleagues and stakeholders.

Skills

R

Python

Education

Master’s degree in Biochemistry/Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/CS

PhD in Biochemistry/Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/CS

Tools

R

Python

Job description

About the Job:

The Scientist I, Bioinformatics develops novel methods for detecting, reporting and analyzing alterations in tumor DNA and RNA, while optimizing existing methods. The incumbent provides scientific and technical contributions for a designated project on an interdisciplinary team. The Scientist I, Bioinformatics is also responsible for supporting novel biomarker and companion diagnostics development by mining and analyzing various types of data generated during the product development and validation process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner within an interdisciplinary team of Biochemists, Bioinformatics Scientists, Computational Biologists, Data Scientists, focused on developing diagnostic products using massively parallel sequencing of tumor genomic DNA and RNA.
• Contribute to the development of new methods and algorithms to identify and characterize alterations in tumor DNA and RNA derived from clinical cancer specimens.
• Enhance existing methods, improving their assay capabilities as well as their technical robustness.
• Process, analyze, and interpret high volumes of data for the development and validation of methods.
• Monitor and evaluate analytical aspects of new and emerging technologies.
• Present scientific and technical data to colleagues in a clear and cohesive manner.
• Prepare project timetables, schedules and deliverables.
• Provide independent contributions.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Comply with FMI's attendance policies

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or similar discipline
• 1+ years of industry or academic medical center professional experience or post-doctorate work
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages R and Python

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or similar discipline
• 3+ years of industry experience
• Strong scientific understanding of molecular biology and genomics
• Facility with additional programming and scripting languages
• Experience contributing to a complex production analytical system
• Experience developing algorithms for analysis of biological data
• Prior experience with high-throughput sequencing
• Experience in cancer research, including a working understanding of computational approaches for cancer genome analysis
• Excellent teamwork, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced, dynamic, and results-oriented environment
• Ability to present data to a multidisciplinary audience in a clear and cohesive manner
• Understanding of HIPAA and importance of privacy of patient data
• Strong interpersonal skills that include collaboration and creative problem solving
• Impeccable documentation practices and attention to detail
• The ability to prioritize and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Understanding of HIPAA and the importance of patient data privacy
• Commitment to reflect FMI’s values: Integrity, Courage, and Passion

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of Boston, MA is $112,560 - $140,700 per year. The salary range is commensurate with Foundation Medicines compensation practice and considers factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, external market conditions, criticality of role, and internal equity. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for Foundation Medicine's benefits.

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