Foundational LLM Research Scientist - Scaling & Efficiency
Aldea Inc. 3.9
San Francisco, CA jobs
A multi-modal foundational AI company is seeking a Foundational AI Research Scientist to lead research on large-language-model architectures. The role involves designing and validating new transformer variants and attention mechanisms for production systems. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. and 3+ years of industry experience in AI research, with deep knowledge of sequence modeling architectures and pre-training of large models. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible PTO, and comprehensive benefits.
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$61k-94k yearly est. 4d ago
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Foundational AI Speech Scientist, STT/TTS Research, Equity
Aldea Inc. 3.9
San Francisco, CA jobs
A pioneering AI company based in San Francisco seeks a Foundational AI Research Scientist (Speech) to drive advancements in speech understanding and generation. This role requires a Ph.D. and extensive experience in TTS and STT systems. Responsibilities include prototyping architectures, executing validation experiments, and collaborating with engineering teams. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in modern sequence modeling and a proven track record with large-scale datasets. A strong engineering intuition and the ability to translate complex ideas into maintainable code are essential.
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$61k-94k yearly est. 3d ago
Foundational AI Speech Scientist, STT/TTS Research, Equity
Aldea Inc. 3.9
San Francisco, CA jobs
A pioneering AI technology company in San Francisco seeks a Foundational AI Research Scientist (Speech) to advance speech understanding and generation. The role involves leading research in STT, TTS, and speech-to-speech modeling, requiring a Ph.D. and substantial experience in training foundational models. Candidates should possess deep expertise in modern sequence modeling architectures and a history of impactful research contributions. The company offers flexible paid time off and comprehensive health coverage.
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$61k-94k yearly est. 4d ago
Postdoc (Deep Learning Research/Engineering)
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital 4.0
Memphis, TN jobs
Join an excellent team of researchers dedicated to coming closer to the mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, that no child will die at the dawn of life. The Quantum AI for Bio (QAI4Bio) Lab led by Dr. Christoph Gorgulla in the Center of Excellence for Data-Driven Discovery in the Structural Biology Department, seeks a skilled and highly motivated
deep learning researcher/engineer.
Our research group is focused on developing state-of-the-art computational methods for ligand/drug discovery, using machine learning, high-performance/cloud computing, and quantum chemistry and quantum computing. Our group also includes a wet lab dedicated to experimentally verifying the computationally predicted results in real-world drug discovery projects.
We are seeking a highly motivated postdoc with deep expertise in machine learning and deep learning. You will join an interdisciplinary team to push the boundaries of what's possible at the intersection of artificial intelligence and molecular modeling, building novel AI systems to advance discovery in chemistry, ligand discovery, and quantum approaches.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead collaborative projects, mentor junior scientists and students, and contribute to high-impact publications. By working together in a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children fighting cancer and other life-threatening diseases.
The position can either be a Postdoc or a Computational Researcher position, depending on the preference of the candidate.
Key Responsibilities:
Research, develop, and optimize deep learning architectures (e.g. for drug discovery and/or quantum chemistry)
Work extensively with complex 3D and multimodal data
Deploy and Operationalize Models
Tune the performance of deep learning models
Stay at the Frontier of Deep Learning
Collaborate with domain experts, e.g. computational chemists, structural biologists, and experimental scientists within the QAI4Bio Lab and the broader Structural Biology Department.
Publish high-quality research in top-tier journals and conferences
Work with colleagues to deploy models into production research platforms or scientific software tools
Required Qualifications:
Proven hands-on experience (3+ years preferred) in deep learning research and development.
Proficiency in deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
Deep understanding of deep learning
Experience with many types of deep learning models (e.g. GNNs, CNNs, transformers, diffusion models, ...)
Excellent programming skills in Python.
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
Familiarity with molecular modeling software (e.g., RDKit, OpenBabel) and/or structural biology concepts is highly desirable.
Experience with cloud or HPC environments and GPU-based training pipelines
Record of publications in AI/ML and physical sciences journals or conferences
Familiarity with quantum/chemistry software
About St. Jude
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is a world-class research institution dedicated to pediatric cancer and other catastrophic diseases of childhood. The first and only National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center devoted solely to children. Our 300 faculty work across the spectrum of basic, translational, clinical, and population science in a highly collaborative multidisciplinary environment that includes a Nobel laureate and members of the National Academy of Science and the National Academy of Medicine. St. Jude is ranked on Fortune Magazine's “Best Workplaces in Health Care & Biopharma” and Glassdoor's “Best Places to Work”. St. Jude is one of the best-funded research institutes in the US with an annual budget of over $2 billion per year ( **************************************************** ).
Working at St. Jude is a remarkable and special experience in many ways.
Mission: At St. Jude, working is more than just a job - it's a calling. Each member of St. Jude is united by a shared purpose: finding cures and saving children. In addition to the meaningful work you will undertake, we offer a range of perks to enhance your experience.
Community and Belonging: St. Jude is like a warm family that welcomes you, to a large part because it is a Children's hospital. It provides an exceptionally warm and friendly atmosphere. St. Jude also fosters a vibrant scientist and postdoc community that supports a well-balanced life. A dynamic environment promotes connections and camaraderie among researchers from all backgrounds
The Best of Both Worlds - Industry and Academia: St. Jude provides academic freedom in research and industrial efficiency and resources. We have access to world-class shared resources/facilities led by expert scientists, coupled with state-of-the-art technology and funding, accelerating research productivity.
Benefits: St. Jude offers a world-class benefits package (**************************************************** Enjoy comprehensive healthcare, a competitive salary, tuition assistance for continued education, and exceptional work-life balance with ample paid time off.
Additional Perks: St. Jude offers many special perks, such as an on-site gym, an employee pharmacy, and many others. To learn more about the unexpected perks of working at St. Jude, visit our website at ************************************************************************************************
Professional and Career Growth: Experience specifically designed programs to enhance professional growth and career readiness empowering postdocs for success beyond their training. This includes access to grant writing workshops, individual development plans, teaching and mentoring opportunities, non-research career advancement programs, professional development allowance, and so much more. More information can be found at ***********************************************************************************************************
Diversity: St. Jude is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and diverse scientific community, where everyone's contributions are valued. St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world-regardless of race, religion, or a family's ability to pay. Learn more about our history and commitment. Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. More information is available here.
Top Employer
St. Jude was among the top 10 large employers in the US in 2024, ahead of Google, Microsoft and Apple: ******************************************************************
Top Employer for Women: St. Jude is also among the top 10 employers for women in the US: **************************************************
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is high school and college students' top “dream employer,” according to the National Society of High School Scholars (NSHSS) 2018 Career Interest Survey. **********************************************************************************
About Memphis
St. Jude is located in the heart of Memphis, Tennessee, a vibrant and friendly city at the historic American crossroads of music, trade, food, and culture. Living in Memphis provides several unique advantages, including:
Breathtaking Nature: Memphis provides unique nature and scenery, such as the Mississippi (the largest river in the US) or Shelby Farms Park, with which 4,500 acres is one of the largest urban parks in the country. See ********************************************* for more details.
Its Culture: It is for instance the home of Elvis Presley. See ****************************************** for more details on the cultural aspects.
It's Affordability: Memphis is one of the most affordable cities in the US, meaning the same income will bring you farther than in other places in the US (for more details, see ************************************************************
Work Location
We highly value the dynamic and collaborative environment fostered by in-person or hybrid work arrangements, which allows for seamless direct engagement and deep team synergy. In exceptional cases, we are also open to exploring fully remote work, with regular periodic travel to our Memphis campus for essential meetings and key collaborative sessions."
Application
You can apply here on LinkedIn via the job posting. Please submit the CV in PDF format, and name it " - CV.pdf".
Optional (but preferred): Add a cover letter (CL) to the CV in one combined PDF, and name the document " - CL + CV.pdf".
$76k-98k yearly est. 3d ago
Senior Oncology Bioinformatics Scientist
Gilead Sciences, Inc. 4.5
Foster City, CA jobs
A leading biotech company in Foster City is searching for a Senior Scientist with extensive experience in analyzing omics data such as RNA-Seq and WES. The ideal candidate will have a PhD and 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, strong statistics knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include synthesizing scientific questions into research efforts and empowering teams to achieve organizational objectives. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and supports professional growth.
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$88k-133k yearly est. 3d ago
Foundational AI Scientist (LLMs)
Aldea Inc. 3.9
San Francisco, CA jobs
An innovative AI startup in San Francisco is looking for a Foundational AI Research Scientist to pioneer next-generation large-language-model architectures. Ideal candidates will have a deep understanding of sequence modeling architectures, expertise in PyTorch, and experience in pre-training large language models. Join a dynamic team to help shape the future of intelligent human-machine interfaces.
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$48k-73k yearly est. 5d ago
Senior Principal Scientist, GMP Radiopharmaceuticals
The University of Texas Md Anderson Cancer Center 4.3
Boston, MA jobs
A leading healthcare institution in Boston seeks a Sr. Principal Scientist to oversee operations in a GMP lab, focusing on the production and quality control of radiopharmaceuticals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in aseptic operations, knowledge of QC methodologies, and a strong educational background in pharmaceuticals. This role requires meticulous documentation, adherence to GMP standards, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, contributing to pioneering advancements in patient care.
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$98k-137k yearly est. 2d ago
Senior Principal Scientist, Translational PK/PD Modeling
Neurocrine Biosciences 4.7
San Diego, CA jobs
A biotechnology company in San Diego is seeking a Senior Principal Scientist specializing in DMPK Translational PKPD Modeling. The role involves developing mechanistic PK/PD models, leading drug discovery project teams, and collaborating with diverse research disciplines. Candidates must hold a PhD in Biochemistry or related field and possess substantial industry experience in pharmacokinetics. The position offers a competitive salary range of $156,900 to $214,000 with additional benefits including bonuses, retirement plans, and comprehensive health coverage.
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$156.9k-214k yearly 5d ago
Senior AI/ML Engineer - Cancer Research & Care
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 4.6
Boston, MA jobs
A leading cancer research institute in Boston is looking for a Principal Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Engineer/Scientist I. This role involves working on short-term and long-term projects that revolutionize cancer research using AI and machine learning. Candidates should possess a Master's degree, have 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, and be proficient in Python. The position offers a competitive salary range of $154,000 to $184,500 and invites applicants committed to innovative cancer care.
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$55k-75k yearly est. 3d ago
Senior AI/ML Engineer for Cancer Research & Clinical AI
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 4.6
Boston, MA jobs
A cancer research organization in Boston seeks a Principal Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Engineer I/Scientist I. This role involves collaborating with physician scientists and leading research efforts. The ideal candidate has a Master's degree, 8+ years of experience in AI/ML, and strong Python skills. The position requires problem-solving abilities, team collaboration, and experience in clinical or research environments. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is essential for this role.
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$55k-75k yearly est. 3d ago
Lead Target Discovery Scientist - In Vitro Biology
Amgen Sa 4.8
Thousand Oaks, CA jobs
A leading biotech company in Thousand Oaks seeks a Senior Principal Scientist to lead a team focused on in vitro modeling for target discovery. This role involves collaboration across therapeutic areas and implementing innovative technologies. Candidates should have a doctorate and extensive experience in a related field. Competitive compensation, flexible work models, and a comprehensive benefits package are offered.
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$125k-173k yearly est. 5d ago
Director of CAR-T Cell Therapy
Astera Cancer Care 4.0
East Brunswick, NJ jobs
Astera Cancer Care
East Brunswick/Monroe, NJ
Job Details:
Occupation: Physician
Specialty: Hematology
Employment: Full-Time
Opportunity: Private Practice, Outpatient/Inpatient
Board Certifications: BC
Degree: MD/DO
Ideal Candidate:
Early to mid-career clinical researcher with a strong background in providing direct patient care and conducting clinical research in CAR-T Cell Therapy
Leadership opportunity for someone who is passionate about advancing cutting-edge cellular therapies in oncology
About the Role:
Astera Cancer Care is seeking a Director of CAR-T Cell Therapy to conduct clinical research and manage patients. This includes overseeing patient selection, treatment planning, and post-infusion care to ensure optimal outcomes. The Director will lead a multidisciplinary team of nurses, pharmacists, and coordinators, fostering collaboration across all aspects of care delivery. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the role balances strategic oversight with program development, quality assurance, and operational planning.
About the Area:
East Brunswick, New Jersey, offers a family-friendly suburban lifestyle with top-rated public schools, diverse communities, and convenient access to New York City and Philadelphia via major highways and public transit. Residents enjoy a mix of green spaces, parks, and recreational amenities like Crystal Springs Waterpark, along with a variety of shopping and dining options. The area is known for its safety and cultural richness, making it an attractive place for families and professionals.
Recruitment Package:
Top-Tier Compensation: Benefit from highly competitive compensation structures. No cap on earning potential. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.
Professional Growth: Enjoy CME reimbursement to further your education and skills.
Comprehensive Benefits: Full employee benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death.
Secure Future: Robust retirement savings plan.
Peace of Mind: We cover your malpractice insurance.
Future Stability: Partnership opportunity offered.
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, to ensure you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Community Care: Make a real difference by caring for patients in their local communities.
Career Advancement: Seize leadership opportunities for career growth within our organization.
Innovative Research: Enroll patients in cutting-edge clinical trials.
Academic Excellence: Present and participate in research at prestigious conferences.
Supportive Environment: Join a physician-led and managed organization that values clinical autonomy, work-life balance, and quality patient care while prioritizing your professional development and well-being.
About the Practice and their Mission:
Astera Cancer Care is a physician-owned multi-specialty community oncology practice delivering high-quality, coordinated, patient-centered cancer care. At Astera Cancer Care, their mission is to transform cancer care and the care and management of blood disorders with patient-focused, research-based treatment guided by compassion. Their team of multidisciplinary experts works together to improve the patient experience and provide efficient access to care, minimizing the clinical, financial, and emotional barriers that patients face. The practice offers Hematology/Medical Oncology, Breast Surgery, Palliative Care, Radiation Oncology, and Clinical Trials & Research Programs.
Astera Cancer Care is a proud partner of OneOncology. OneOncology is a national partnership of leading independent community oncology practices working together to improve the lives of everyone living with cancer with a physician-led, data-driven, technology-powered, and patient-centric model. Through OneOncology, partner practices have shared technology platforms that foster communication, data sharing, and clinical excellence across the network. OneOncology's non-exclusive clinical trial site management subsidiary, OneR, delivers complex, multi-center clinical trials to affiliated practices.
If you would like to apply or learn more about this opportunity, please email your CV to ******************************
I look forward to speaking with you!
$65k-84k yearly est. 2d ago
Bioinformatician II
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 4.6
Boston, MA jobs
The Center for Cancer Genomics (CCG) at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute facilitates genomic discoveries in cancer using novel technology platforms to assist researchers in both genome-wide and gene-focused efforts. Technologies are selected and developed with a view to research-oriented ventures, as well as translational medicine and clinical relevance. Our clinical and research environments currently use state-of-the-art massively parallel sequencing assays of DNA and RNA from patient tumor samples. Data from these environments are used to advance research on both adult and pediatric cancers, improve our understanding of cancer biology, and advance the field of precision cancer medicine. This opportunity offers the chance to work at the forefront of translational cancer technologies and applications, in an informatics group that enables analyses in both arenas.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
+ Performs complex informatics tasks independently
+ Data analysis, data management, data visualization, or processing of large-scale biological, medical, and/or operational data
+ Generation of professionally written and graphical reports
+ Manages ongoing stakeholder/client interactions
+ Uses peers, academic literature, and online resources for troubleshooting
+ Works easily with others as part of a larger project team
+ Contributes expertise to DFCI software code base and communities of practice
+ Maintains a set of software tools or databases used by others and instructing others in their use
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:**
+ Computational and data analysis: Expert
+ Data management and/or software engineering: Expert
+ Collaboration and communication: Able to set appropriate expectations, discuss and present results to customers in formal settings, and share ideas accurately and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally
+ Contributes to the development and growth of others
+ Strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts
+ Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
**MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:**
The position requires a bachelor's degree in a STEM field, with a master's or PhD strongly preferred in areas like bioinformatics, computational biology, or related quantitative fields. Candidates must have 3 years of experience, though a master's degree with 1 year of experience or a PhD with no experience also qualifies.
**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:** None
**PATIENT CONTACT:** None
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
**EEO Poster**
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$83,800.00 - $90,800.00
$83.8k-90.8k yearly 26d ago
Bioinformatician II
Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary 4.4
Cambridge, MA jobs
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
The research group's projects focus on the human vaginal microbiome and metabolome. The role involves performing or supporting analyses of amplicon and shotgun metagenomic data and of bacterial genomic data (including genome assemblies, annotation, and taxonomic, phylogenetic, and functional analyses), as well as analyses of targeted and untargeted metabolomics data. Projects will enhance basic knowledge of health and disease and support development of new therapies including live biotherapeutic products (LBPs) and metabolite-based therapies.
Job Summary
Responsible for combining research in biology, medicine, and health-related studies with information technology in order to collect and interpret data covering a range of fields, such as genetics or pharmaceutics. This role creates mathematical models, develop dynamic simulations, and perform pattern analyses of biological systems.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
-Independently design and execute bioinformatics analyses and research projects on small-mid scale projects.
-Develop and optimize data analysis pipelines and workflows.
-Collaborate with scientists and researchers to define analysis goals and interpret results.
-Provide technical expertise and support for bioinformatics tools and software.
-Train junior scientists and provide technical guidance.
-Analyze data quality and integrity of data output from existing algorithms as part of the complex, multi-step specimen tracking and reporting process, across multiple systems and web-based interfaces.
-Develop new and innovative tools to enhance quality assurance review and to improve assay and system performance.
-Design and apply novel computational methods/bioinformatics algorithm, machine learning models for building data models and tools using various software and statistical tools to aid in the analysis and interpretation of genetic data, clinical data, images (NGS Algorithm development, Machine Learning).
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Computational Biology preferred or Bachelor's Degree Computational Biology required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Computational Sciences Experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated experience in infrastructure, programming languages and computational sciences.
- Demonstrated ability working with open-source bioinformatics software.
- Possess strong analytical skills including critical thinking, data modeling, problem solving and troubleshooting.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to all levels of staff.
- Excellent time management skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
600 Main Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$92,102.40 - $134,056.00/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
$92.1k-134.1k yearly Auto-Apply 6d ago
Associate Computational Biologist
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 4.6
Boston, MA jobs
A computationally-oriented team led by Rameen Beroukhim and Simona Dalin at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Broad Institute seeks an associate computational biologist to join in efforts to develop and apply cutting-edge genomic algorithms and analyses to characterize genomic rearrangements in cancers and normal tissues, and better understand how errors in double strand break (DSB) repair result in these rearrangements.
This individual will contribute to a lively team and wider community of laboratory scientists, computational biologists, cancer geneticists, and software engineers dedicated to discovering and understanding the alterations in the cancer genome and discovering cancer vulnerabilities that could lead to new therapeutics.
We are looking for a person who wants to lead their projects, think independently and make original intellectual contributions. We welcome all levels of input from our ACBs, including input on the conduct of analyses but also on new analyses to conduct and new questions to ask. ACBs in our laboratory regularly present their own work and contribute to the writing of papers and grant applications.
We view an ACB as a mentored training position, with a primary goal being their professional development. Our prior ACBs have successfully pursued a variety of subsequent career directions including obtaining MDs, PhDs, and MD-PhDs on the paths to careers in both academia and industry.
The ideal candidate will have extensive programming ability and a strong background in mathematics and statistics with a deep interest and background in biology. The candidate is required to have a B.S./B.A. or equivalent, ideally in the life sciences, physical sciences, or computational sciences; prior research in one of these areas (for example, a summer research program or several hours a week in a lab as an undergraduate); a strong background in programming, preferably in R and BASH; knowledge of statistical methods either through coursework or research; and excellent written & verbal communication skills. They must be a self-starter with excellent problem-solving, organizational and people skills and be able to collaborate closely with other members of a research team. We prefer the candidate to have exposure to an analytic field such as bioinformatics, computational biology, machine learning, or statistics and experience working in cloud computing and UNIX environments.
A minimum 2 year commitment is required. Ideally we are looking for someone to join our lab before March 2026 but we are also considering applicants who will complete their current degree program in Spring 2026.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
+ Data Processing Builds data processing pipelines to convert raw data into formats compatible with conventional statistical analysis and visualization under supervision of mentor
+ Data Analysis: Follows a detailed manual to perform routine
+ Data and Software Management: Monitors, downloads, organizes, and manages data from public data repositories or generated by collaborates
+ Manuscript Preparation: Helps prepare tables and figures
+ Research Portfolio Management: Trains to develops timelines and components for multiple routine projects; masters multi-tasking so that complex projects involving many interdisciplinary individuals move forward smoothly
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:**
+ Knowledge of UNIX/Linux. Familiarity with scripting in Python and statistical programming using R
+ Familiarity with principles of experimental design and the modern data analysis paradigms is required
+ Able to discuss and present results, share ideas accurately and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally with supervisory oversight
+ Strong interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts
+ Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
**MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:**
The position requires a bachelor's degree in a STEM field, with no prior experience necessary.
**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:** None
**PATIENT CONTACT:** None
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
**EEO Poster**
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
$60,000.00 - $67,466.00
$60k-67.5k yearly 26d ago
Associate Computational Biologist
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 4.6
Boston, MA jobs
The Associate Computational Biologist is training to become a Computational Biologist. They are responsible for routine data analysis or processing of biological data, with a focus on high-throughput technologies and genomic databases, under the supervision of mentor.The Computational Biologist is a quantitative scientist who collaborates with scientific investigators and with other research staff in the analysis of high-throughput data, and dissemination of scientific results. The Computational Biologist may work on many types of projects and areas of research including cancer genomics, functional genomics, immuno-oncology, molecular imaging, data management and integration, and querying biological databases.
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.
+ Data Processing Builds data processing pipelines to convert raw data into formats compatible with conventional statistical analysis and visualization under supervision of mentor
+ Data Analysis: Follows a detailed manual to perform routine
+ Data and Software Management: Monitors, downloads, organizes, and manages data from public data repositories or generated by collaborates
+ Manuscript Preparation: Helps prepare tables and figures
+ Research Portfolio Management: Trains to develops timelines and components for multiple routine projects; masters multi-tasking so that complex projects involving many interdisciplinary individuals move forward smoothly
**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:**
+ Knowledge of UNIX/Linux. Familiarity with scripting in Python and statistical programming using R
+ Familiarity with principles of experimental design and the modern data analysis paradigms is required
+ Able to discuss and present results, share ideas accurately and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally with supervisory oversight
+ Strong interpersonal skills - ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts
+ Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills
**MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:**
The position requires a bachelor's degree in a STEM field, with no prior experience necessary.
**SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:** None
**PATIENT CONTACT:** None
At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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Pay Transparency Statement
The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate's relevant experience, skills and qualifications.
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$60,000.00 - $67,466.00
$60k-67.5k yearly 12d ago
Bioinformatician II
Brigham and Women's Hospital 4.6
Cambridge, MN jobs
Site: The General Hospital Corporation Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
The research group's projects focus on the human vaginal microbiome and metabolome. The role involves performing or supporting analyses of amplicon and shotgun metagenomic data and of bacterial genomic data (including genome assemblies, annotation, and taxonomic, phylogenetic, and functional analyses), as well as analyses of targeted and untargeted metabolomics data. Projects will enhance basic knowledge of health and disease and support development of new therapies including live biotherapeutic products (LBPs) and metabolite-based therapies.
Job Summary
Responsible for combining research in biology, medicine, and health-related studies with information technology in order to collect and interpret data covering a range of fields, such as genetics or pharmaceutics. This role creates mathematical models, develop dynamic simulations, and perform pattern analyses of biological systems.
Does this position require Patient Care? No
Essential Functions
* Independently design and execute bioinformatics analyses and research projects on small-mid scale projects.
* Develop and optimize data analysis pipelines and workflows.
* Collaborate with scientists and researchers to define analysis goals and interpret results.
* Provide technical expertise and support for bioinformatics tools and software.
* Train junior scientists and provide technical guidance.
* Analyze data quality and integrity of data output from existing algorithms as part of the complex, multi-step specimen tracking and reporting process, across multiple systems and web-based interfaces.
* Develop new and innovative tools to enhance quality assurance review and to improve assay and system performance.
* Design and apply novel computational methods/bioinformatics algorithm, machine learning models for building data models and tools using various software and statistical tools to aid in the analysis and interpretation of genetic data, clinical data, images (NGS Algorithm development, Machine Learning).
Qualifications
Education
Master's Degree Computational Biology preferred or Bachelor's Degree Computational Biology required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? Yes
Licenses and Credentials
Experience
Computational Sciences Experience 3-5 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Demonstrated experience in infrastructure, programming languages and computational sciences.
* Demonstrated ability working with open-source bioinformatics software.
* Possess strong analytical skills including critical thinking, data modeling, problem solving and troubleshooting.
* Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to all levels of staff.
* Excellent time management skills.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
600 Main Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$92,102.40 - $134,056.00/Annual
Grade
7
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at **************.
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At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
$92.1k-134.1k yearly Auto-Apply 5d ago
Computational Biologist
Pluton Biosciences LLC 2.7
Saint Louis, MO jobs
About Us: Pluton Biosciences is an AgTech startup developing microbial products that provide critical crop nutrition, enrich soils, and support profitable, sustainable farming practices. Our team values community, collaboration, and innovation as we scale emerging biotechnologies into commercial products with meaningful impact for growers.
Position Summary:
The Computational Biologist will play a central role in converting complex genomic and metagenomic datasets into clear, interpretable insights that advance Pluton's research programs. This position requires close coordination with teams across the R&D organization to ensure analytical approaches, experimental design, and scientific priorities remain tightly aligned.
The role involves working at the interface of data analysis, microbiology, and product research, supporting the discovery and characterization of microbial candidates, validating mechanisms of action, and enabling early-stage product development. Success requires strong technical rigor, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate across groups to guide data-driven decision making and maintain coherence between computational efforts and broader program objectives. This position is 100% in-person and located in St. Louis, MO.
Key Responsibilities:
* Analyze genomic and metagenomic sequencing datasets (amplicon, shotgun, short-read, long-read).
* Visualize, interpret, and communicate complex multi-omics data to internal teams and external partners.
* Support development and maintenance of bioinformatic workflows and pipelines.
* Stay current on developments within the field; identify and implement new technologies that improve analytical capabilities.
* Apply bioinformatics best practices.
* Work closely with cross-functional teams to support company priorities, ensure alignment, and translate data outputs into actionable insights for program advancement.
Required Qualifications
* Master's degree or PhD in bioinformatics, microbial ecology/microbiology, biostatistics, or a related field.
* Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python and/or R preferred) and programming best practices (e.g. git/version control, documentation of code, unit testing, etc.).
* Significant experience using bioinformatics tools involved in *omics sequence analysis (both amplicon and metagenomic).
* Experience with comparative genomics
* Experience in AI/ML methods for biological data analysis.
* Experience with machine learning and AI tools as applied to microbiome data
* Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
* Strong ability to interpret and communicate scientific concepts and experimental results to diverse audiences.
* Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and technical writing skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Agricultural industry experience preferred.
* Experience with AWS or other cloud computing platforms.
* Understanding of database structures and experience managing biological databases.
* Experience developing algorithms or software for bioinformatic analyses.
* Experience with image analysis using computer vision or similar tools.
* Familiarity with building graphical user interfaces (e.g., Shiny apps)
* Strong publication record in a relevant field.
* Experience with electronic laboratory notebooks and programmatic integration with other platforms.
* Experience with geospatial data analysis.
* Experience with laboratory automation.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive salary, equity participation, and benefits commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunity
Pluton Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to legally protected characteristics.
$52k-81k yearly est. 16d ago
Bioinformatician
ASRT 3.9
Atlanta, GA jobs
Full-time Description
JOB TITLE: Bioinformatician
2511-12755-BIO-1
Atlanta, GA, USA
ASRT, Inc. provides scientific, information management, management consulting, bioinformatics, and administrative program support to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other Federal and private sector clients. The successful candidate will be a full-time employee of ASRT, Inc., and will be assigned to the National Center for Emerging Zoonotic Infectious Disease (NCEZID), Office of Advanced Molecular Detection (OAMD), CDC located at CDC Roybal Campus on Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA, to provide services to satisfy the overall administrative and professional operational objectives for OAMD.
SCOPE OF WORK
The Bioinformatician II will support a unified Cloud infrastructure for data storage and analytics to allow for easy sharing of bioinformatics pipelines, laboratory and bioinformatics protocols, and related genomic sequence data.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor the technical status and progress of work, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work. This may include monitoring vendor and collaborator performance based on data reported on key project measures using qualitative and quantitative measures. Maintain records that provide for the proper evaluation, control, and documentation of assigned activities; prepare a variety of written correspondence, reports, and other materials as appropriate. Summarize project data for program's use (this could include creation of short briefs, presentations, dashboards, reports, charts, etc.).
Support cloud implementation by working with the cloud implementation team to establish requirements and to assist with technical review of implementation and verification of work performed.
Provide bioinformatics support by reviewing reports and developing standards for analysis.
Review outputs from bioinformatics analysis pipelines to verify pipelines perform as expected.
Work with CDC Scientific Computing Team to establish requirements, verify implementation, schedule meetings, and keep up with documentation to support the team.
Assist in defining and developing statements of work for IT contracts related to cloud implementation.
Perform market research related to cloud implementation.
Provide technical documentation in relation to cloud implementation.
Coordinate and maintain contacts and relations with as well as facilitate meetings and sessions between OAMD partners, interested external groups, and collaborating organizations Partners for knowledge-sharing, project development, and improvement.
Draft and present summaries of findings to internal and external stakeholders.
Confer with and represent the assigned program and division in meetings with offices within CDC, grantees, and external partners to foster collaborative working relationships to the benefit of the program.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Master's degree in information technology, bioinformatics, allied health, health science, or life sciences, minimum 3 years of work experience in health informatics, two years of work experience in cloud implementation, and 2 years of technical project management experience.
Required:
Strong quantitative skills, including proficiency in Phyton; relational database management systems; and standard Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Experience with whole genomic sequencing, and genome-based typing systems.
Experience performing quality control, assembly, annotation, and analysis of pathogen genome sequences.
Proficiency with open source and commercially available software for bioinformatics analysis of next-generation sequencing data.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to efficiently organize multiple priorities.
Documentation of daily work with good laboratory practice compliance.
Ability to work and build coalitions with partners involved and develop strategies for effectively conveying information to partners.
Skills and experience writing project reports, research protocols, and manuscripts.
Ability to independently resolve conflicts.
Working knowledge of CDC applications.
Desirable:
Experience working with a diverse interdisciplinary team.
Knowledge of CDC policy, quality, and regulatory training.
Language Skills:
The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
REQUIREMENT: Must be a United States citizen or permanent resident or have authorization for employment in the United States.
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
To apply for this position:
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Salary Description $95,000-$105,000
$95k-105k yearly 60d+ ago
Molecular Biologist II
South East Asia 3.8
Indiana jobs
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Business Title: Molecular Biologist II Analyst II Division: Consumer Products Services Entity: ATL Reports to: Manager FLSA: Non-Exempt Hours Worked: Typically, Monday through Friday, forty-hours per week. However, must be flexible to meet the needs of the department and complete other projects as assigned.
Position Summary:
The Molecular Biologist II is responsible for efficient delivery of data from molecular, cellular, and molecular pharmacological biochemical assays. They are highly organized, able to execute and develop protocols for various laboratory techniques and adhere to good research practice (GRP) requirements. They are an detail-oriented laboratory scientist, conducting biochemical assays among other laboratory responsibilities independently or with little guidance from client scientists and can deliver and interpret data in a timely manner. They exhibit quality and compliance in their daily work. They are champions of and promote the organization's Values and Absolutes. The Molecular Biologist will complete their regular assigned daily work while meeting the expectations outlined below.
Duties and Responsibilities:
It is everyone's responsibility to live out our Values and Absolutes by Shaping a World of Trust while ensuring responsible progress.
• Grow, treat, and transfect mammalian cells to isolate RNA, protein for use in biochemical assays.
• Perform standard molecular/cellular techniques, such as BCA, Western blotting, ELISAs.
• Perform in-vivo rodent tissue collections and subsequent processing of tissues for use in biochemical assays.
• Monitor inventory of laboratory supplies and reagents and maintain clean, well-functioning laboratory environment.
• Identify, troubleshoot and provide suggested technical solutions to clients and management.
• Prepare written technical reports.
• Perform basic data analysis as assigned.
• Assist with training.
• Comply with clients and Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc management systems in accordance with appropriate regulatory agencies.
• Follows the guidelines set forth by clients and the Bureau Veritas Consumer Products Services, Inc Quality Manual and Safety / Chemical Hygiene Plan.
• Adhere to the requirements of the BV-CPS Quality System.
• Other duties as defined by Manager, department needs and workload.
Skills & Proficiencies:
• Demonstrated ability to perform complex biochemical assays and deliver data in a timely and consistent manner
• Extensive experience in molecular and biochemistry techniques
• Ability to think critically about data and troubleshoot assays as needed
• Written and verbal communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively in a group setting, with colleagues and clients
• Organizational and time management skills
• Ability to perform multiple tasks
• Ability to organize and prioritize workload to meet or exceed deadlines
• Individual and Team work ethic
• Proficiency with Windows, Word & Excel
• Attention to detail
• Positive attitude, self-motivated, high level of engagement
• Champions company values including team engagement
• Ability to present both facts and recommendations effectively
• Technical problem solving and process improvement skills
Education and Experience:
• Master's or Bachelor's in Biology, Molecular Biology, Neuroscience, or closely related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with biochemical techniques including but not limited to qPCR, FLIPR kinase assays, and mammalian cell culture.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience with data analysis.
• Experience with or willingness to learn/perform in-vivo rodent tissue collection.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted in lieu of above.
Compensation Range: $27.00 - $29.00 per hour (e.g., the job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, and actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as locations, education, experience, and skillset).