Bioinformatics Associate I

Job Summary:

Zymo Research is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our Bioinformatics team! The successful candidate will play a key role in biomarker discovery and application using large multiomics data, including genomics, epigenomics, transcriptomics, microbiome, and more. This role involves the integration of machine learning and statistical modeling techniques to analyze complex datasets, derive meaningful insights and create products and services.

As part of the Bioinformatics team, you will leverage your skills and familiarity with NGS-based cutting-edge data science methods in data collection, analysis and statistical modeling for exciting research and application projects! 

Join us in making a meaningful impact!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze and interpret large-scale multiomics datasets to identify potential biomarkers to recognize patterns of health and disease.
• Research and apply machine learning algorithms and statistical models to integrate and analyze multiomics data to create healthcare products and services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including biologists, clinicians, and data scientists, to design and execute biomarker discovery projects.
• Maintain and update databases, bioinformatics pipelines and workflows to ensure efficient data processing and analysis.
• Prepare and present findings to internal teams and external stakeholders through reports, presentations, and publications.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in bioinformatics, machine learning, and multiomics technologies.
• Employ best practices for source control, statistical accuracy, documentation, and reproducibility.

Education and Work Experience:

• Holds a master’s or bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Genetics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related discipline. Experience may substitute for education.
• Must have experience and passion in the field of bioinformatics and NGS data analysis, experience with multiomics data, disease biology, biomarker discovery and application like polygenic risk score.
• Must have experience with Linux/Unix operating systems and running/scripting applications from the command line.
• Proficient with scripting languages including Python and R. Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
• Familiarity with HPC environments (SLURM) and/or Amazon Web Services EC2 and S3 is a plus.
• Experience with statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Demonstrable best practices for code documentation and revision control.
• Demonstrate clear verbal & written communication skills.
• Well-developed people skills are highly desirable.

About Us:

Since its inception in 1994, Zymo Research has been proudly serving the scientific community by providing innovative, reliable, and high-quality research tools. Whether it's epigenetics, DNA, RNA, microbiomics, or yeast-based research, our philosophy remains the same: To provide the highest quality products in the industry while ensuring they are both simple to use and reliable in their performance. Named a Top Workplace by the OC Register in 2021, 2022 and Top Workplace USA in 2023, Zymo Research continues to be a place where employees feel engaged, connected, and energized about their work. If you are passionate about helping people in advancing science and working with awesome teams in a fast-growing company, we want to speak with you!

Compensation:

The estimated compensation range for this position is $70,000 – $80,000 per year at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be provided in writing at the time of offer, if applicable, and is based on several factors we believe fairly and accurately impact compensation, including geographic location, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other job permitted factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Zymo Research welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. These include sex, age, color, race, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical & mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Location:

Onsite - Zymo Research Headquarters, 17062 Murphy Ave. Irvine, CA 92612