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Bioinformatics Analyst

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

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A Clinical Bioinformatics Analyst is responsible for analyzing and interpreting complex biological data, particularly genetic and genomic information, to support clinical diagnostics and patient care. They use advanced computational tools and software to process sequencing data, identify genetic variants, and help clinicians understand the implications for disease diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment. Their work bridges the gap between laboratory science and clinical application, ensuring that genomic findings are accurately translated into actionable medical information.

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To thrive as a Clinical Bioinformatics Analyst, you need a solid background in molecular biology, genetics, and bioinformatics, often supported by a relevant degree such as bioinformatics or computational biology. Familiarity with tools like Python, R, next-generation sequencing (NGS) analysis platforms, and experience with clinical databases are commonly required, along with certifications in genomics or data analysis as a plus. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are essential soft skills for interpreting complex data and collaborating with healthcare teams. These skills ensure accurate analysis and interpretation of genomic data, directly impacting patient diagnosis, treatment decisions, and clinical research outcomes.

What are common challenges faced by clinical bioinformatics analysts when integrating genomic data into clinical workflows?

Clinical Bioinformatics Analysts often encounter challenges such as ensuring the accuracy and consistency of complex genomic datasets, adhering to strict data privacy regulations, and translating bioinformatics findings into actionable insights for clinicians. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including genetic counselors, clinicians, and IT specialists—is essential to address data interpretation and integration hurdles. Staying up-to-date with evolving bioinformatics tools and clinical guidelines is also crucial for delivering reliable results in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

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Bioinformatics Analyst

Palo Alto, CA • On-site

Centrillion Technologies, Inc.
11 - 50 employees
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$65K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Centrillion Technologies develops advanced DNA Chips which have a wide range of applications, including whole genome sequencing, spatial biology, digital pathology, next generation genotyping, synthetic biology and DNA computing. Our world's most advanced high resolution and highly sensitive spatial chips, chemistry, its lithographic design and encoding technologies have been licensed to 10x Genomics for spatial genomics and the spatial technologies have been commercialized as through 10x Genomics' Visium HD spatial chips, exclusively in US and Centrillion's Zipcode spatial chips for single cell level spatial genomics and digital pathology.
Our Palo Alto facility functions as a research institute where our team of scientists work on the latest in chemistry, biochemistry, genomics, electronics, artificial intelligence, and bioinformatics. Our current focus areas are chromosomal scale DNA sequencing, next generation genotyping, and exploratory DNA computing research.
Centrillion's Molecular Vision Laboratory (MVL) is a leader in identification of genetic mutations in vision disorders. Centrillion is backed by venture capital and strategic investors and has operations in Silicon Valley, CA, Portland, OR and in Asia Pacific.
Bioinformatics Analysts
As a Bioinformatics Analyst, you will be responsible for developing algorithms and tools/pipelines for data analysis, including new genome sequencing data, genotyping data and other biomedical data. You will perform data analysis and benchmark analytical algorithms, tools and pipelines; participate in product development and customer support projects; explore new frontiers of data analysis; and take on other tasks that the supervisor sees fit. The bioinformatics analyst is also expected to collaborate effectively internally with molecular biologists, manufacturing, engineering and other departments as well as external academic and clinical researchers.
We have two positions open - one entry level with BS degree required; and one mid-level with MS degree required.
Requirements:
  • BS or MS in statistics, applied mathematics, computer science or other computational science
  • Knowledge about next generation sequencing (NGS), genotyping and other biotechnologies
  • Familiarity with NGS data analysis algorithms and tools/pipelines
  • Programming skills with C++, Python or Perl, R
  • Fast learner and willing to learn new skills and technologies
  • Team player with good communication skills

Desirable:
  • Expertise in machine learning algorithms
  • Experience in Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) bioinformatics pipelines/tools
  • Genomics software: Mutect, Varscan2, or similar
  • Standard genomics software (BWA, GATK, SAMTools or similar)
  • Databases (Cosmic, TCGA, etc)
  • Familiarity with various assays, sequencing modes and analysis approaches (WGS vs. Exome, RNA-seq)
  • BASH scripting and Unix/Linux command line tools
  • Databases - SQL and NoSQL

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a permanent basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
The expected salary range for this position is between $65,000 to $90,000. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range. Centrillion considers a variety of factors when determining base compensation, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, education, position level and geographical location. These considerations mean actual compensation will vary. This position may also be eligible for annual bonus and equity grants, in addition to a full range of financial, health and wellness benefits, depending on the position offered.
Centrillion Technologies, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the Individuals seeking employment at Centrillion are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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