Genomics Community Manager Role - Career Growth at Velsera

Velsera; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

Hybrid work model

Group medical and life insurance

24/7 Employee Assistance Program

Continuous learning and development

Job summary

Velsera, a Boston-based biotech software startup, is seeking a Genomics Community Manager to bridge genomics science, community engagement, and product strategy. This hybrid role blends remote content creation with in-person collaboration, offering ownership over outreach programs, workshops, and user training to accelerate researcher adoption of Velsera platforms.

You will educate the research community, plan trainings for groups from 5 to 100, present at conferences, gather feedback for the

Qualifications

• Excellent communication to diverse audiences including researchers and stakeholders.
• Experience conducting genomics experiments or analyzing omics data.
• Eagerness to teach others and make complex concepts accessible.

Responsibilities

• Educate the research community by creating tutorials and leading trainings.
• Plan and run workshops for user groups from 5 to 100 participants.
• Present Velsera value to researchers at conferences and consortia.
• Develop strategies to grow Velsera’s user base.
• Engage with users, gather feedback, and inform the product roadmap.
• Own milestones and deliverables with independently driven work.

Skills

Excellent communication

Genomics experiments

Omics data analysis

Teaching / workshops

R programming

Python programming

Education

PhD or MS in genomics or bioinformatics

Tools

Bioinformatics platforms (CGC/BioData Catalyst)

Job description

Genomics Community Manager Role - Career Growth at Velsera — Remote

This role sits at the intersection of genomics science, community management, and product strategy — a rare and high-value combination that is increasingly in demand as biotech platforms compete for researcher adoption. Building expertise here positions you uniquely for senior roles in developer relations, scientific outreach, or even product management within life sciences tech.

Compensation signals: No salary is disclosed, which is a mild red flag for transparency. Market rates for similar roles (Community Engagement Manager / Scientific Outreach with bioinformatics expertise) typically range from $90,000–$130,000 in the US, depending on seniority and location. Boston's cost of living warrants benchmarking at the higher end.

Green flags:

• Velsera is a 2023 company with strong institutional backing (Seven Bridges + Pierian merger), indicating a growth-stage startup with real product-market presence.
• Partnership with NIH programs (Cancer Genomics Cloud, BioData Catalyst) lends credibility and career exposure to high-profile public health initiatives.
• Unlimited PTO and hybrid work signal a culture that trusts employees.
• Emphasis on ownership and milestone delivery suggests meaningful autonomy.

Skills developed: Scientific communication, stakeholder management, cloud bioinformatics platforms, product feedback loops, workshop facilitation — all highly transferable across biotech, healthtech, and academia.

Watch for: As a 2023 startup, role definitions may shift rapidly. Clarify team size and reporting structure during interviews to gauge stability and growth path.

Community Engagement Manager

Medicine moves too slow. At Velsera, we are changing that.

Velsera was formed in 2023 through the shared vision of Seven Bridges and Pierian, with a mission to accelerate the discovery, development, and delivery of life-changing insights.

Velsera provides software and professional services for:

• AI-powered multimodal data harmonization and analytics for drug discovery and development
• IVD development, validation, and regulatory approval
• Clinical NGS interpretation, reporting, and adoption

With our headquarters in Boston, MA, we are growing and expanding our teams located in different countries!

What will you do?

Educate the research community:

• Create content to help researchers learn how to use Velsera platforms, including written tutorials and video tutorials. Examples of platforms include, but are not limited to, the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Genomics Cloud and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's BioData Catalyst.
• Plan and lead training sessions and workshops for user groups ranging from 5 to 100 users.
• Present the value of Velsera platforms to the research community at conferences, workshops, and consortia meetings.
• Create a strategy to grow our user base.

Grow the number of researchers using Velsera platforms:

• Strategically reach out to communities of interest and provide information on how our platforms can enable their research.
• Engage with users of Velsera platforms, understand their research questions, and help them successfully carry out their study on the platform.
• Deeply understand users' needs and help incorporate their feedback into the Velsera product roadmap.
• Work independently, take ownership, and responsibility for delivery of milestones.

Requirements

Required:

• Excellent communication skills applicable to a wide audience that includes users, researchers, funding agencies, and internal stakeholders.
• Experience conducting genomics experiments or analyzing omics data (e.g., RNA-seq, Exome-seq, ChIPseq, proteomics, imaging analysis, etc.).
• Enthusiasm for teaching others and making highly technical concepts accessible to a wide audience.

Nice to have:

• Ability to program in R and/or Python.
• Knowledge of the clinical applications of genomics in a wide range of therapeutic areas and understanding of the challenges researchers face when integrating genomics into clinical workflows.
• Experience with large-scale omics data processing on the cloud and/or high-performance computing.
• PhD or MS in genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, engineering, or related discipline.
• Experience running workshops, user groups, or other large user‑engagement events.
• Flexible Work & Time Off – Embrace hybrid work models and enjoy the freedom of unlimited paid time off to support work-life balance.
• Health & Well-being – Access comprehensive group medical and life insurance coverage, along with a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health and wellness support.
• Growth & Learning – Fuel your professional journey with continuous learning and development programs designed to help you upskill and grow.
• Engaging & Fun Work Culture – Experience a vibrant workplace with team events, celebrations, and engaging activities that make every workday enjoyable.

Is this Community Engagement Manager role fully remote or hybrid? The role is described as hybrid, with headquarters in Boston, MA. Some in-person presence is expected, though content creation and outreach work can be done remotely. What educational background is required for this position? A PhD or MS in genomics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, engineering, or a related discipline is listed as a nice-to-have, along with hands‑on experience in genomics experiments or omics data analysis. Does the role require programming skills like Python or R? Programming in R and/or Python is listed as a "nice to have" rather than a strict requirement, so it is beneficial but not mandatory. What platforms will I be supporting as a Community Engagement Manager at Velsera? You will support Velsera's research platforms including the National Cancer Institute's Cancer Genomics Cloud and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute's BioData Catalyst, among others. What benefits does Velsera offer for this role? Velsera offers unlimited PTO, a hybrid work model, comprehensive group medical and life insurance, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program, and continuous learning and development programs.