Computational Biology Specialist - Metagenomics

Location: Remote – US-based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $98,000 – $163,000 annually

About the role

This role will turn data into practical insight that improves visibility, decision-making, and business performance. You will partner with business, technical, and operational stakeholders to build reporting, surface trends, and translate analysis into action. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen data-driven execution and help teams focus on the metrics that matter most within a Business Services environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and innovate bioinformatics algorithms for scientific data analysis
• Collaborate with scientists for publications and research initiatives
• Gather stakeholder information to enhance metagenomic analysis tools
• Develop training materials for researchers in metagenomics methods
• Stay updated on emerging computational biology trends and technologies
• Support researchers with troubleshooting and custom analyses in computational biology
• Partner with software developers to integrate metagenomic solutions

Qualifications

• Masters or Ph.D. in computational biology or related field with 2+ publications in metagenomics
• 2 years experience analyzing large-scale metagenomic data and relevant software pipelines
• Strong understanding of high-throughput metagenomic technologies and microbial ecology
• Proficiency in UNIX/Linux, scripting (Python, R, Bash), and Git version control
• Excellent communication skills for conveying complex concepts to non-specialists
• Proven problem-solving skills with ability to adapt to new software quickly
• Experience in high-performance computing environments

Benefits

• Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Parental Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and Learning Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program