Research Scientist II, Special Projects

About the role

This role is part of an Amazon Special Projects team that takes the company’s Think Big leadership principle to the extreme. We focus on creating entirely new products and services with a goal of positively impacting the lives of our customers. No industries or subject areas are out of bounds. If you’re interested in innovating at scale to address big challenges in the world, this is the team for you.

Our team highly values work-life balance, mentorship, and career growth. We believe striking the right balance between your personal and professional life is critical to life-long happiness and fulfillment. We care about your career growth and strive to assign projects and offer training that will challenge you to become your best.

Requirements

• PhD, or Master's degree
• 3+ years of industry work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams at the interface of life science and computer science
• Expertise with cutting edge life science methods and concepts
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and methodologies that are commonly used in modern data analysis
• Work with a team of researchers to extend and interpret advanced analytical methodologies

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance, and option for Supplemental life plans)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Mental Health Support
• Medical Advice Line
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Amazon also offers sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location.

Pay

USA, WA, Seattle - $136,000.00 - $184,000.00 USD annually