Manager of Bioinformatics – Oncology Product Development

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Provide technical guidance for oncology product development initiatives, representing bioinformatics in cross-functional collaborations and facilitating products through validation and commercial launch.

• Lead the enhancement of workflows, tool improvements, and the stress-testing of analysis pipelines for diagnostic tests.

• Assist in identifying cancer-related variants and the implementation of evidence-based quality control standards.

• Oversee bioinformatics and data scientists, managing their technical contributions and prioritizing resources effectively.

• Foster the technical and professional growth of team members.

• Offer insights on experiment design, analysis, and interpretation in alignment with Natera’s technology and pertinent mathematical principles.

• Execute assignments independently.

• Contribute to the enhancement of Natera’s intellectual property portfolio.

• Establish benchmarks for thorough data analysis and spearhead the creation of high-quality documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a quantitative field (bioinformatics, engineering, applied mathematics, statistics, or equivalent).

• A minimum of 4-8 years of post-graduate experience in a data science and/or bioinformatics position.

• 1-3 years of experience serving as a technical lead in diagnostics or a related sector.

• Proven experience in advancing algorithm-based products through commercialization and launch within a medical or biological context, such as diagnostic testing, medical imaging, or biotechnology.

• 1-2 years of managerial experience leading a technical team.

• Demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.

• Proficient in using Python or R for scientific data analysis and visualization.

• Strong grounding in statistical modeling/machine learning, including probability theory and estimation/classification methodologies.

• Experience analyzing next-generation sequencing data.

• Proven capability to apply mathematical concepts to resolve real-world estimation challenges and implement viable solutions.

• Experience in leading technical projects, including defining and achieving project milestones, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring the quality of technical outputs.

• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Prior experience in analyzing cancer-associated variant detection data is an advantage, but not mandatory.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans for eligible employees and their dependents.

• Complimentary testing for employees and their immediate families.

• Fertility care benefits.

• Leave for pregnancy and baby bonding.

• 401k benefits.

• Commuter benefits.

• Employee referral program.