Staff Machine Learning and Bioinformatics Scientist (Multi-Cancer Early Detection)

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the development of novel statistical and machine learning methods for cancer signal detection on multi-modal genomic data
• Build interpretable, well-calibrated models, setting the standard for uncertainty estimation and reproducibility across the group
• Prototype, test and productionize ML models using scalable infrastructure
• Own key technical deliverables within larger projects and help shape the team’s research roadmap
• Collaborate closely with molecular biologists and clinical experts on design and analysis of experiments and validation studies
• Keep raising the bar through code and design reviews across projects
• Translate complex results into clear stories for technical and non-technical audiences
• Mentor junior scientists and champion a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and scientific excellence

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative field with 6-12 years of experience post-PhD
• Hands-on experience developing novel statistical / ML analysis methods applied to complex biological data
• Proven track record of innovation and technical leadership in complex method development projects
• Expertise in deep learning and multimodal foundation models
• Proficient in Python and its scientific computing ecosystem
• Scientific rigor throughout the R&D process, with eagerness to teach and learn new computational methods and biology
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach across teams

Preferred Experience

OUR OPPORTUNITY

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive Benefits - Employee benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability plans for eligible employees and their dependents. Additionally, Natera employees and their immediate families receive free testing in addition to fertility care benefits. Other benefits include pregnancy and baby bonding leave, 401k benefits, commuter benefits and much more. We also offer a generous employee referral program!
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