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Director of Data Science and Bioinformatics

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This is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow the Data Science and Bioinformatics function supporting Natera's Women's Health and Organ Health product portfolios. In this role, you will build the

Natera

Senior Bioinformatics Scientist

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Natera is seeking a Senior Bioinformatics Scientist to join our Bioinformatics Research team and help build the machine learning models behind Natera's tissue-free, methylation-based assay. These

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Bioinformatician

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$87K - $127K/yr

Location: Remote in the United States (Foresight Dx business unit, a Natera company) About the Company Foresight Diagnostics is a molecular diagnostics company pioneering non-invasive cancer

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote bioinformatics in Oregon is $99,886.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,400.00 and $136,900.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Remote Bioinformatics job involves analyzing biological data using computational tools and techniques while working from a location outside of a traditional office, such as from home. Professionals in this field work with large datasets, develop algorithms, and create software to interpret genetic, genomic, or proteomic information. These roles are commonly found in research institutions, biotech companies, and healthcare organizations. Strong programming, data analysis, and biological domain knowledge are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in remote bioinformatics?

To thrive as a Remote Bioinformatics professional, you should have a strong background in computational biology, statistics, and programming (often with languages such as Python or R), supported by an advanced degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with bioinformatics tools (e.g., BLAST, GATK, Bioconductor), version control systems like Git, and experience with cloud-based computing platforms is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, clear written communication, and independent time management skills help you excel in remote and collaborative environments. These competencies are crucial for delivering accurate and timely insights from complex biological datasets while effectively working with geographically dispersed teams.

What are some typical challenges faced when working remotely in bioinformatics?

Working remotely in bioinformatics often means managing large datasets and complex analyses without immediate in-person support, which requires strong troubleshooting abilities and self-sufficiency. Collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams—such as biologists, clinicians, and data scientists—demands proactive communication and regular virtual meetings to ensure project alignment. Time zone differences and asynchronous workflows can also present coordination challenges, but they offer flexibility in managing your workload. Keeping up with the latest bioinformatics tools and research is essential and often involves continuous self-directed learning. With these factors in mind, remote bioinformatics roles can be both rewarding and flexible for those skilled at independent work and digital collaboration.

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Infographic showing various Remote Bioinformatics job openings in Oregon as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 52% Full Time, 45% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 43% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 54% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,886 per year, or $48 per hour.

Director of Data Science and Bioinformatics

OR • On-site, Remote

Natera
Biotechnology Research and Development • 1 - 5K employees
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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and grow the Data Science and Bioinformatics function supporting Natera's Women's Health and Organ Health product portfolios. In this role, you will build the bioinformatics capability within the Data Science development team, establish scalable AWS cloud infrastructure, and ensure the quality and reproducibility of the genomic algorithms powering our clinical products.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategy and Vision

  • Build and define the Bioinformatics function within the Data Science development team, identify technical tooling gaps, and execute a roadmap to advance genomics-based algorithm development.
  • Establish and enforce pipeline and algorithm quality standards, including review processes, validation frameworks, and documentation practices

Infrastructure and Automation

  • Own and architect scalable AWS-based data science and bioinformatics infrastructure, ensuring quality, reproducibility, and reliable deployment of Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) algorithms.
  • Implement MLOps tooling and automated validation frameworks to support reliable algorithm deployment into clinical production.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Research, Product Development, Laboratory Operations, Engineering, and Quality teams to implement stable, scalable pipelines and support successful productization

Team Leadership

  • Lead, mentor and hire a high-performing team of bioinformaticians and data scientists, establishing technical quality standards and clear operational ownership.
  • Build technical depth within the team to support expanding product roadmaps across Women's Health and Organ Health.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Master of Science or Ph.D. in a quantitative technical discipline (Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Physics, Applied Mathematics, or equivalent).
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in Data Science or Bioinformatics, with at least 5 years of direct people management experience leading technical teams.
  • Hands-on experience architecting AWS cloud infrastructure for data-intensive bioinformatics workloads and NGS pipeline execution.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify capability gaps independently, build scalable infrastructure, and drive execution without waiting for formal structure.
  • Strong communicator who builds cross-functional alignment across Research, Engineering, and Quality teams through technical clarity, direct engagement, and data-driven reasoning.
  • Track record of developing bioinformatics talent and delivering computational pipelines that support commercial product development.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Experience developing software and pipelines within regulated environments (CLIA, FDA, or ISO framework).
  • Experience with MLOps frameworks and pipeline tools (MLflow, Nextflow, WDL, Docker).
  • Advanced knowledge of statistical inference, machine learning, and genomic data processing.

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