Scientist / Senior Scientist, Computational Biology

Precede Biosciences, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Equity participation

Comprehensive health benefits

Job summary

Precede Biosciences is seeking a computational biologist to formulate methods and interpret results for biopharma R&D and diagnostic applications. The role blends biology with computation to drive clinically relevant insights in a fast-paced startup setting.

You will lead analyses of novel epigenomic data, develop predictive models, and collaborate across clinical, translational, computational, and product teams to realize innovative diagnostics.

Qualifications

• Experience using computational analyses of the epigenome to tell a biological narrative.
• Ability to present this narrative to groups.
• Open to all experience levels; role set by experience.
• Thrives in a fast-paced startup environment.
• Proficient in either R (Bioconductor) or Python.
• Value diversity and teamwork across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop predictive models with immediate clinical relevance by blending biology with computation.
• Lead projects connecting disease biology with computational analysis to advance diagnostics.
• Spearhead analysis of novel epigenomic data and translate findings to clinical impact.
• Explore biological underpinnings across disease areas to generate meaningful endpoints.
• Create novel classifiers with diagnostic relevance for potential clinical use.
• Collaborate with clinical, translational, computational, and product teams to realize diagnostics.

Skills

Epigenome analysis

R (Bioconductor) or Python

Group presentations

Startup culture adaptation

multidisciplinary collaboration

Job description

About Precede Biosciences

We are pioneering an advanced, minimally invasive, comprehensive epigenomics platform with the potential to profoundly impact the research and development of new medicines and the use of approved medicines in clinical practice across a number of conditions, including cancer. More information on our company and platform can be found on our company website and in our seminal publication in Nature Medicine.

The Role

This role involves formulating computational methods and conducting interpretative analyses integral to a variety of biopharma R&D applications and diagnostic applications. This is a unique opportunity for someone passionate about innovating methodologies and unearthing groundbreaking biology in a setting where computational biology is key. If you're intrigued by the prospect of joining an early-stage company with an experienced team operating at a rapid pace, this could be your perfect match.

Responsibilities

• You will blend biological insights with computational techniques to develop predictive models with immediate clinical applications.
• You will lead projects that bridge the biological understanding of disease-relevant systems with computational analyses to drive diagnostic innovation.
• Working with a skilled team of computational biologists, you will spearhead the analysis of novel epigenomic data and refine its clinical impact.
• You will explore the biological underpinnings of numerous disease areas to produce biologically informed analyses that demonstrate significant endpoints.
• Additionally, you will create novel classifiers with diagnostic relevance suitable for clinical use.
• As a key member of a cross-functional team that encompasses clinical, translational, computational, and product development, you will collaborate with various stakeholders to make innovative diagnostics a reality.

Qualifications

• You have experience in using computational analyses of the epigenome to weave a compelling biological narrative.
• You are comfortable presenting this narrative in a group setting.
• All levels of experience are encouraged to apply, and the role will be set commensurate with your experience.
• You are excited by challenging problems and a fast-paced work environment.
• You thrive in startup culture, comfortable taking on new projects with minimal direction, and are adaptive in response to feedback and evolving information.
• You are proficient in either R (Bioconductor) or Python.
• You value diversity, learning from various perspectives, and working collaboratively on multidisciplinary teams.

$125,000 - $175,000 a year
Scientist I/II: $1250,000 - $150,000
Senior Scientist: $150,000 - $175,000
Final compensation will be based on a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Employees are also eligible for performance bonuses, equity participation and comprehensive health benefits.

We believe in building an inclusive and balanced team. We also know meeting every single-exact-criteria can get in the way of meeting stellar folks.

Precede Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.