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Bioinformatics Scientist

Scotts Valley, CA · On-site

$130 - $210/hr

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

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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How much do bioinformatics postdoctoral jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for bioinformatics postdoctoral in California is $58,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,400.00 and $65,600.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bioinformatics postdoctoral?

A Bioinformatics Postdoctoral job is a research-focused position for individuals who have recently earned a Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related field. Postdocs work on advanced computational and statistical methods to analyze biological data, often collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. Responsibilities may include developing algorithms, analyzing genomic or transcriptomic data, and contributing to scientific publications. These positions are typically temporary, lasting two to five years, and serve as a bridge to independent research roles or industry positions.

What types of research projects do bioinformatics postdoctoral researchers typically work on?

Bioinformatics Postdoctoral researchers often engage in projects involving large-scale genomics, transcriptomics, or proteomics data analysis, such as identifying disease-associated genetic variants or understanding gene expression patterns. Their daily responsibilities may include developing new algorithms, running computational analyses, and interpreting complex biological datasets in collaboration with experimental scientists. Team structures can vary, but most positions involve close interaction with both computational and laboratory researchers, providing an interdisciplinary work environment. Participation in publishing research findings and presenting at conferences is also common, offering valuable experience and professional growth.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the bioinformatics postdoctoral position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Bioinformatics Postdoctoral, you should possess a Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related field, along with strong analytical and programming skills. Experience with software tools like R, Python, Linux/UNIX, high-throughput sequencing platforms, and bioinformatics databases is typically expected. Outstanding problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and collaborative spirit help distinguish top candidates. These competencies are crucial for effectively designing experiments, analyzing complex biological data, and contributing to multidisciplinary research teams.

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Infographic showing various Bioinformatics Postdoctoral job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 81% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,249 per year, or $28 per hour.

Bioinformatics Scientist

EdenRoc Sciences

Scotts Valley, CA • On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Dovetail Genomics is 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 outstanding Bioinformatics Scientist to drive development of new clinical applications of the proximity ligation technology created by Dovetail Genomics. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing advanced NGS-based analytical methods, ideally with a focus on cancer genomics. Prior experience with proximity ligation (Hi-C) is not required, but it is expected that it will be picked up quickly. He/she should be driven by developing impactful products and enjoy working in a multi-disciplinary environment. This position will interact closely with colleagues in computational biology, molecular biology, commercial, and finance.
The role of Bioinformatics Scientist requires a high level of scientific accomplishment, innovative thinking, and entrepreneurial spirit. Individuals applying for this position must be creative, 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 contribution with 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.
  • Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary R&D teams 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.

Skills And Background
  • PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, or equivalent. Postdoctoral and/or industry experience is 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 in cancer genomics, 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. We are not accepting phone calls related to open positions - candidates that meet our requirements will be contacted directly. No recruiters please

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