Senior Bioinformatics Scientist
Natera
September 04, 2026
Full-time
Remote
Worldwide
Other
Role: Senior Bioinformatics Scientist focusing on developing machine learning models for cancer detection via tissue-free methylation assays, particularly in minimal residual disease (MRD) settings. Responsibilities: design, train, and evaluate ML models; lead end-to-end analysis pipelines; bridge wet-lab and computational workflows; communicate findings to technical and cross-functional teams; contribute to code quality standards. Requirements: Ph.D. or Master’s in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Engineering, or Biochemistry; 0-3 years (Ph.D.) or 4-6 years (Master’s) experience; expertise in DNA sequencing data analysis, algorithm development, statistical methods, and ML models (GLMs, neural networks); proficiency in Python, Linux, and relevant bioinformatics tools; familiarity with public databases like TCGA, COSMIC, OncoKB. HighValue: cancer genomics, methylation assays, MRD detection, algorithm development, high-throughput sequencing, collaborative environment. WorkSetup: Remote USA; salary range $117,400–$146,800.