Bioinformatics Specialist

BD; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 96,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Waters is seeking a skilled informatics professional to define and implement NGS data analysis solutions for customers. You will test, deploy, and support informatics tools, troubleshoot data issues, and benchmark pipeline performance in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment.

The role requires a BS in biology or CS, experience with genomics data, and strong communication skills. On-site collaboration is emphasized to drive project success.

Qualifications

• BS degree in biology, computer science, or related field.
• Experience with NGS and Genomics data and analysis.
• Experience in an external customer-facing role.

Responsibilities

• Understand customer informatics needs and define data journey and analysis solutions.
• Test, deploy, automate, run and support NGS informatics tools.
• Troubleshoot data analysis issues for internal/external customers.
• Benchmark and evaluate pipeline performance; implement improvements.
• Educate sales and support on NGS/data requirements and customers' data journey.
• Be the voice of the customer to influence product development cores.

Skills

NGS experience

Genomics data analysis

Customer-facing

Fast-paced environment

Written communication

Team-oriented

Self-starter problem solver

Education

BS in biology or CS

MS/PhD in biology or CS

Tools

Docker

CWL

Seven Bridges

Arvados

AWS

Job description

As a result of the combination of the BD Biosciences and Diagnostic Solutions business with Waters Corporation (NYSE: WAT), by applying to this role, you will be applying for a position with Waters. Waters is a global leader in life sciences, dedicated to accelerating the benefits of pioneering science through analytical technologies, informatics, and service. With a focus on regulated, high-volume testing environments, Waters' innovative portfolio harnesses deep scientific expertise across biology, chemistry, and physics. Waters collaborates with analytical laboratories around the world to advance the release of effective, high-quality medicines, assure the safety of food and water, and drive better patient outcomes by detecting diseases earlier, managing routine infections, and combatting growing antibiotic resistance. Through a shared culture of relentless innovation, Waters' passionate team of approximately 16,000 colleagues partner with customers to turn scientific challenges into breakthroughs that improve lives worldwide.

We are the people who give possibilities purpose

BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Understand computational and analytical needs from customers; define the informatics and analysis solutions as well as data journey for customers
• Test, deploy, automate, run and support next-generation sequencing informatics tools
• Troubleshoot data analysis issues and address questions from internal and external customers
• Benchmark and evaluate pipeline performance, recommend and implement improvements
• Educate sales and support teams on NGS, data analysis requirement and customers' data journey
• Be the champion for customers, lead voice-of-customer data collection, and use these to influence product development core teams

Required Skills

• BS degree in biology, computer science, or related field.
• Experience with NGS and Genomics data and analysis.
• Experience in an external customer-facing role
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment, quick learner with ability to adapt to change
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Team-oriented
• Highly motivated, responsible, independent self-starter, and problem solver

Preferred Skills

• MS/PhD in biology, computer science, or related field.
• Molecular biology and/or immunology background
• Experience with next-generation sequencing data formats (FASTQ, SAM/BAM, FASTA)
• Experience in generating content for customer and stakeholder training
• Experience with single-cell RNA-seq assays or other NGS assays highly desirable
• Experience with any of the following: docker, common workflow language (CWL), Seven Bridges, Arvados or AWS

Compensation

The expected Base Pay Range for this role is $95,600.00 - 153,000.00 USD Annual plus incentives. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and geographic location.

At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.

For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.

Candidates whose job duties will be physically performed within unincorporated Los Angeles County limits: All qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. BD abides by any and all laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for hiring applicants with criminal histories for posted positions.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive.

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