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Arc Bio

Bioinformatics Scientist

Scotts Valley, CA · On-site

$120 - $180/hr

Postdoctoral and/or industry experienceis a major plus. * Experience developing and implementing novel bioinformatics algorithms and pipelines. * Extensive experience processing, integrating, and ...

ChromoLogic

Senior Scientist, Bioinformatics

Monrovia, CA · On-site

$140 - $190/hr

D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline * 2-5+ years of postdoctoral, academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical ...

ChromoLogic

Senior Scientist, Bioinformatics

Monrovia, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline * 2-5+ years of postdoctoral, academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical ...

ChromoLogic

Senior Scientist, Bioinformatics

Monrovia, CA · On-site

$90K - $120K/yr

D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline * 2-5+ years of postdoctoral, academic, biotechnology, pharmaceutical ...

Baylor College of Medicine

WI · On-site

$53 - $72/hr

Postdoctoral Associate - Cancer biology and bioinformatics Division: Molecular and Cell Biology Work Arrangement: Onsite only Location: Houston, TX Salary Range: $62,232 FLSA Status: Exempt Work ...

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How much do bioinformatics postdoc jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for bioinformatics postdoc in the United States is $203,468.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $78,500.00 and $400,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bioinformatics postdoc?

Bioinformatics postdocs are researchers who have completed their PhD and are engaged in advanced, temporary research positions focusing on bioinformatics. Their work typically involves the application of computational and statistical techniques to analyze biological data, such as genomics, transcriptomics, or proteomics datasets. Bioinformatics postdocs often work in academic, governmental, or industry labs, contributing to projects like disease gene discovery, drug development, or evolutionary studies. These positions are designed to further develop research skills, publish scientific papers, and prepare for independent research or faculty roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bioinformatics postdoc?

To thrive as a Bioinformatics Postdoc, you need advanced knowledge in computational biology, genomics, and statistical analysis, usually backed by a PhD in bioinformatics or a related field. Expertise with programming languages like Python or R, experience with bioinformatics tools (e.g., BLAST, GATK), and familiarity with high-performance computing are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective scientific communication set exceptional candidates apart. These skills and qualities are crucial for driving research innovation, interpreting complex biological data, and collaborating successfully within multidisciplinary teams.

What are some common challenges faced by bioinformatics postdocs when working on interdisciplinary projects?

Bioinformatics Postdocs often collaborate with researchers from diverse backgrounds such as biology, computer science, and statistics. A common challenge is bridging communication gaps between disciplines, as each field has its own terminology and expectations. Additionally, integrating complex biological data with computational pipelines requires both technical expertise and adaptability. Staying current with rapidly evolving bioinformatics tools and ensuring reproducibility of analyses are also key aspects to manage in these collaborative environments.
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Infographic showing various Bioinformatics Postdoc job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 74% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 22% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $203,468 per year, or $97.8 per hour.

Bioinformatics Scientist

Arc Bio

Scotts Valley, CA • On-site

$120 - $180/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 17 days ago

Job description

Dovetail Genomicsis an EdenRoc Sciences startup company based in Santa Cruz, CA developing cutting-edge genomics technologies for vastly improving genome assembly, uncovering critical structural variation information, as well as many applications for studying epigenetics. We are a diverse, talented, multi-disciplinary team innovating in the field of genomics, with the goal of leaving a lasting impact on the world by providing researchers and clinicians with tools for better informing biological understanding.

This role is located in Scotts Valley offices as we find one-on-one in person collaboration very valuable.

We are looking for an outstandingBioinformatics Scientisttodrivenevelopment of newclinicalapplications ofthe proximity ligation technology created by Dovetail Genomics. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing advanced NGS-based analytical methods,ideallywith a focus on cancer genomics. Prior experience with proximity ligation (Hi-C) is not required, but it is expected that it will be bepicked upquickly.He/she should be driven bydeveloping impactfulproducts andenjoy working ina multi-disciplinary environment. This position will interact closely with colleagues in computational biology,molecular biology,commercial, and finance.

The roleofBioinformatics Scientist requires a high level of scientific accomplishment, innovative thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit.Individuals applying for this position must becreative,self-starters, strategic thinkers, action-oriented, flexible in changing direction and methods, thrive in a fast-paced environment, excel at managing multiple priorities, succeed in communicating with all levels within the organization and provide immediate contributionwith a minimum of hands‑on supervision.

Key Responsibilities
  • Investigate and drive the development of novel analytical methods that leverage large Hi-C datasets to enable new products and services.
  • Collaborateclosely withmulti-disciplinaryR&Dteams on assay development & benchmarking.
  • Support production & commercial development teams with data analysis and interpretation.
  • Regularly present your work both internally and externally, effectively communicating your methods and results to audiences with diverse scientific and non-scientific backgrounds.
  • Contribute and author bioinformatics-focused white papers, posters, and publications.
SkillsAndBackground
  • PhD inbioinformatics, computational biology, or equivalent. Postdoctoral and/or industry experienceis a major plus.
  • Experience developing and implementing novel bioinformatics algorithms and pipelines.
  • Extensive experience processing, integrating, and visualizing large, multi-omics datasets (WGS, RNA-Seq, etc.).
  • Proficiency with agentic AI for robust code development and scientific workflows.
  • Experience with the human pangenome and pangenome-based analysis is a plus.
  • Expertise in Python programming and demonstrated ability to learn and adopt bioinformatics techniques and resources.
  • Experience developing within a Linux-based cloud-computing environment (AWS preferred).
  • Ability to quickly become an expert in new fields.
  • Exceptional technical depth incancergenomics, cancer biology, oncology,or similar.
  • Excellent written, presentation, and verbal communication skills.

As a full-time Dovetail Genomics employee, you will receive Fortune 500 level benefits including comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, matching 401k plan, and generous paid time off. You will work in a beautiful facility nestled in the Santa Cruz Mountains with walking paths and on-site health club.

Dovetail Genomics is an equal opportunity employer.

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