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Bioinformatics Analyst

Contract: Remote, California, US

Salary Range: 60.00 - 65.00 | Per Hour

Job Code: 368149

End Date: 2026-04-16

Days Left: 28 days, 6 hours left

Role Overview
This is an exceptional opportunity to advance the Immuno-Oncology pipeline through discovery-focused research while supporting existing programs. You will characterize immune microenvironments of solid tumors to better understand anti-tumor immune responses, utilizing cutting-edge genomics platforms including spatial/single-cell transcriptomics, proteomics, and advanced analytical algorithms. Your expertise will directly influence data-driven drug discovery and impact patients' lives. This role offers opportunities to publish findings with excellent work/life balance.
Pay - $60/hr - $65/hr
 
Essential Requirements
  • Advanced Degree: PhD in Cancer Biology, Immuno-Oncology, Bioinformatics (with relevant biology focus), or related field (Postdoctoral experience strongly preferred)
  • Spatial Transcriptomics Expertise: Hands-on experience with spatial transcriptomics platforms (CosMx experience highly desirable)
  • Single-Cell Atlas Development: Proven experience in single-cell atlas creation and batch correction methodologies
  • Multi-Omics Analysis: Proficiency in bulk RNA-seq, DNA-seq, and other multi-omics analytical approaches
  • Programming Proficiency: Expert-level skills in R and/or Python for data science applications
  • Biological Knowledge: Strong understanding of oncogenesis hallmarks, T cell biology, and tumor microenvironment research
  • Communication Excellence: Ability to effectively present complex research findings to diverse audiences including computational biologists, non-computational scientists, and senior leadership
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Key Responsibilities
Data Strategy & Analysis:
  • Develop and execute computational strategies leveraging internal and external bulk, single-cell, and spatial datasets to advance Client's target identification, evaluation, and validation (TIEV) initiative
  • Analyze spatial transcriptomics data from patient clinical trials to dissect tumor microenvironment mechanisms of action (MOA)
  • Consolidate pre-clinical and real-world data (RWD) sets to create population cohorts for downstream analyses
  • Conduct bulk RNAseq and DNAseq analysis & other omics data analysis from clinical patients’ samples to discover novel targets, biological pathways and predictive biomarker for clinical response. 
  • Computational Innovation:
  • Apply machine learning and deep learning approaches to link high-dimensional genomics features to oncogenic and immunosuppressive cellular programs/states
  • Utilize foundation models for single-cell atlas construction, cell type annotation, and in-silico perturbation tasks
  • Employ integrative spatial and single-cell analysis algorithms/methods
  • Validation & Translation:
  • Validate identified hypotheses through cross-validation in larger RWD cohorts and comprehensive literature review
  • Lead computational oncology efforts to provide critical data inputs for advancing Client's assets through early development and clinical trial phase
  • Collaboration & Communication:
  • Effectively communicate and present research progress to diverse cross-functional working groups
  • Foster collaborative relationships across multi-disciplinary teams
  • Impact decision-making through clear communication of research findings
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced Technical Skills:
• Experience with foundation models and/or deep learning applications in bioinformatics
• Proficiency in analyzing proteomics and/or functional genomics screening data
• Experience with clinical sample multi-omics data for biomarker development
• Familiarity with NGS data processing tools, statistical analysis, and machine learning frameworks
• Understanding of container technologies for pipeline deployment (Docker, AWS Container, etc.)
• Knowledge of assay technologies and algorithm principles (WES/WGS, Mass-spec proteomics, ATAC-seq, etc.)
Biological Expertise:
• Deep understanding of cellular signaling, metabolism, and/or tumor immunogenicity
• Knowledge of tumor-intrinsic and/or T-cell biology (metabolic, mitogenic, fibrotic, and innate immune pathways; T cell exhaustion)
Soft Skills:
• Creates a learning environment that is open to suggestions and experimentation for continuous improvement
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams OR FDA)

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid parking/public transportation, paid time off, paid sick and safe time, hours of paid vacation time, weeks of paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually – as applicable.

Job Requirement
  • Bioinformatics
  • PHD
  • Tumor
  • Cancer
  • Ownership of drug development
Reach Out to a Recruiter
  • Recruiter
  • Email
  • Phone
  • Danish Kazi
  • danish.kazi@collabera.com
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