Scientist I/II, Statistical Geneticist

About the role

23andMe is a leading consumer genetics and research company focused on helping people access, understand, and benefit from the human genome. We are seeking a talented research scientist in statistical genetics to join our highly productive, world-class research team.

Responsibilities

• Model phenotypes of interest to derive genetic insights and therapeutic hypotheses.
• Analyze genetic variants associated with specific inherited traits, and across multiple traits of interest.
• Integrate human genetics and genomics datasets leveraging machine learning and statistical modeling techniques.
• Develop or apply methodology for the statistical analyses of large-scale genomic and phenotypic datasets.
• Work collaboratively with members of the Research, Product, and Engineering teams to develop a research platform for therapeutics target discovery.
• Regularly present and communicate research to internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the 23andMe research team at scientific conferences.

Requirements

• PhD in Statistics, Statistical Genetics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or a related quantitative field.
• Strong expertise in statistical genetics and/or computational biology, demonstrated by prior work experience or excellent publication records.
• Experience writing robust code in a shared development environment.
• Proficiency working with very large datasets in R and Python and/or other data analysis languages.
• Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, team-oriented, and fast-paced environment.

Preferred

• 1-5 years of postdoctoral/industry experience.
• Research experience in developing and applying methodology for statistical fine-mapping and variant-to-gene mapping from genetic associations.
• Bay area location, or willingness to relocate.

What You’ll Bring

• A deep understanding of statistical and/or population genetics, with a track record of scientific achievement.
• The ability to communicate ideas and results to other scientists and non-scientists in the context of business objectives.
• A demonstrated ability to clearly and effectively communicate with a wide range of internal and external audiences.
• Experience building, mentoring, and leading teams of scientists.

About Us

23andMe, headquartered in California, is a pioneer in direct access to genetic information. The company has created the world’s largest crowdsourced platform for genetic research, with 80 percent of its customers electing to participate. 23andMe research participants consent to research conducted by 23andMe, which is overseen by an independent third-party Institutional Review Board (IRB) regulated under the 'Common Rule' (45 CFR part 46).

Pay & Benefits

23andMe takes a market-based approach to pay, and amounts will vary depending on your geographic location. The salary range reflected here is for a candidate based in the San Francisco Bay Area. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Contact Information

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at accommodations-ext@23andme.com. 23andMe will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.