Remote Viral Genomics Bioinformatician (Part-Time)

Primary.Health; San Francisco (CA); Remote; USD 117,000 - 138,000; Part time

Job summary

Primary.Health is seeking an experienced bioinformatician for an on-demand, part-time retainer to analyze viral sequence data and track variants. This remote role requires independence and the ability to translate complex genomic findings for stakeholders.

You will run pipelines for alignment and lineage assignment, assess diagnostic implications of sequence changes, and monitor global surveillance data. Flexible scheduling applies, with potential bursts during outbreaks.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of hands-on viral or pathogen genomics experience.
• Proficiency in Python and/or R and standard genomics tools (e.g., Nextclade, Pangolin, Nextstrain).

Responsibilities

• Analyze viral genomes to identify mutations, lineages, and variants of concern.
• Assess the impact of sequence changes on assay performance (primer/probe binding, sensitivity).
• Run and maintain reproducible pipelines for alignment, variant calling, and lineage assignment.
• Summarize findings clearly for non-technical stakeholders.
• Monitor CDC, WHO, and GISAID surveillance and flag relevant developments.

Skills

Genomics analysis

Bioinformatics

Data interpretation

Education

Advanced degree in Bioinformatics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Nextclade

Pangolin

Nextstrain

Job description

Primary.Health is seeking an experienced bioinformatician for an on-demand, part-time retainer to analyze viral sequence data and track variants. This remote role requires independence and the ability to translate complex genomic findings for stakeholders.

You will run pipelines for alignment and lineage assignment, assess diagnostic implications of sequence changes, and monitor global surveillance data. Flexible scheduling applies, with potential bursts during outbreaks.