Remote Principal Computational Scientist

Placements24; Waukee (IA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading salary

Remote work from anywhere

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Stock options and long-term incentives

Career growth and leadership within aP

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Principal Computational Scientist to join a fully remote research team. You will lead computational projects, mentor junior scientists, and drive cutting-edge methodologies for therapeutic discovery from anywhere.

The role emphasizes leadership in R&D, deep knowledge of computational biology, and collaboration across cross-functional teams to accelerate drug discovery.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, CS, Statistics, Physics or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in computational science or bioinformatics with leadership in R&D.
• Strong programming, statistics, ML, and HPC expertise; knowledge of biological systems and drug discovery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and application of advanced computational models and algorithms for biological data analysis, including genomics, proteomics, and systems biology.
• Design and implement data analysis pipelines to identify novel drug targets, biomarkers, and therapeutic strategies.
• Collaborate with biologists, chemists, and clinicians to integrate computational findings into experimental research.
• Mentor and guide junior computational scientists and bioinformatics staff, fostering scientific excellence and innovation.
• Evaluate and implement new computational tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance research capabilities.
• Present complex findings to senior management, research teams, and external collaborators from a remote location.

Skills

Python

R

C++

Machine learning

HPC

Leadership

Communication

Bioinformatics

Education

PhD in Computational Biology or related

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and visionary Principal Computational Scientist to join their innovative, fully remote research team. This senior role is pivotal in developing and applying advanced computational strategies to solve complex biological problems and accelerate therapeutic discovery. You will be responsible for leading computational projects, mentoring junior scientists, and driving the integration of cutting-edge computational methodologies into our client's research programs. This is an exceptional opportunity for a leader in computational science to make a significant impact from anywhere, contributing to transformative scientific advancements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and application of advanced computational models and algorithms for biological data analysis, including genomics, proteomics, and systems biology.
• Design and implement sophisticated data analysis pipelines to identify novel drug targets, biomarkers, and therapeutic strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams of biologists, chemists, and clinicians to integrate computational findings into experimental research.
• Mentor and guide junior computational scientists and bioinformatics staff, fostering scientific excellence and innovation.
• Evaluate and implement new computational tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance research capabilities.
• Present complex findings to diverse audiences, including senior management, research teams, and external collaborators, from your remote location.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Physics, or a related quantitative field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in computational science or bioinformatics, with a proven track record of leadership in R&D environments.
• Expertise in programming (e.g., Python, R, C++), statistical analysis, machine learning, and high-performance computing.
• Deep understanding of biological systems, disease mechanisms, and drug discovery processes.
• Experience managing complex computational projects and leading scientific teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to foster collaboration.

Benefits

• An industry-leading salary and comprehensive bonus package.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• Exceptional health, dental, and vision insurance benefits.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Opportunities for significant career growth and leadership within a pioneering research organization, connecting from Paarl or elsewhere.