Field Application Scientist (BFX Support)

biomodal; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

biomodal is seeking a Field Application Scientist to support the implementation of their bioinformatics solutions through customer engagement and technical expertise. The role is perfect for individuals with a background in bioengineering or software who thrive in fast-paced environments.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Generous 401K plan

Private healthcare for you and your family

20 days annual leave

Life insurance

Home office allowance

Qualifications

• Strong bioinformatics background required.
• Experience with Linux/Unix and container technologies essential.
• Proficiency in deploying Nextflow pipelines in HPC settings.

Responsibilities

• Support installation and usage of biomodal's proprietary software.
• Prepare installation assets, such as Nextflow configuration files.
• Ensure positive customer experiences and scientific success.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Linux

Container Technologies

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

MSc or PhD in Bioengineering

MSc or PhD in Software

Tools

Nextflow

Apptainer

Singularity

Docker

HPC Environments

Job description

Field Application Scientist (BFX Support)

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About Biomodal

Join the multiomic revolution! Over the last 20 years, genomic technologies have enabled significant discoveries that bring the promise of personalised medicine closer than ever before. But after two decades of research, it's clear that genetic variation only tells part of the story – biology is dynamic and more complex than A, C, T, G. The added information from a multiomic view of biology is yielding important insights into cancer, ageing, and neurological disease, and is poised to revolutionise how we understand health and disease beyond canonical variation in DNA.

biomodal is an omics-based life sciences technology and analytics company, delivering products that bring the dynamism of our ever-changing biology into focus. Our team is dedicated to developing the most advanced solutions to interrogate and understand the complex interplay of genomics and epigenomics.

We have launched our first products, the duet +modC and duet evoC solutions, with more in the pipeline, and are looking to grow and evolve our business accordingly. This is an incredible opportunity to step into an exciting, early-stage company at the cutting edge of science with exceptional growth and market impact potential.

Multiomics is the future – come and join the biomodal team!

Position: Field Applications Scientist – Bioinformatics

Type: Permanent/Full Time

Location: US (Remote)

The Team

World-leading researchers are working with us to demonstrate the utility of our current products and crystallise requirements for future products. We are rapidly expanding and evolving our workforce to support early-access customers and prepare for broader adoption and collaborations.

You will work closely with both the commercial and scientific groups within biomodal to drive early adoption of our technologies through collaboration with academic and commercial scientists. The team leverages expertise in epigenetics, genomics, NGS sample preparation, and data analysis to align our platform capabilities with customer needs. This role requires a blend of technical, communication, and commercial skills.

The Role

The biomodal Field Software Engineer supports installation, operation, and troubleshooting of bioinformatics pipelines, and provides customer consultation. You will act as a liaison between customers and our Product Team, supporting complex inquiries both remotely and on-site.

Your responsibilities include:

• Supporting installation and usage of biomodal's proprietary software.
• Preparing installation assets, such as Nextflow configuration files.
• Updating troubleshooting documentation and suggesting improvements.
• Ensuring positive customer experiences and scientific success.

The Person

We seek an individual with a strong bioinformatics background, including:

• An MSc or PhD in Bioengineering or Software.
• Experience with Linux/Unix, container technologies (Apptainer, Singularity, Docker), and HPC environments (Slurm, LSF, SGE).
• Proficiency with Bash, POSIX commands, and deploying Nextflow pipelines in HPC settings.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Annual bonus scheme
• Generous 401K plan
• Private healthcare for you and your family
• 20 days annual leave
• Life insurance
• Home office allowance

Additional Information

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Research, Analyst, and IT

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