Associate Director of Machine Learning and Bioinformatics

POSITION LOCATION

Position is available as a hybrid position in San Carlos (Bay Area), California.

POSITION SUMMARY

Natera is currently seeking an Associate Director of Machine Learning and Bioinformatics to join our Bioinformatics Research Team focused on Epigenomics in Oncology. Natera’s mission is to change the management of disease worldwide by using information gained from a simple blood draw to detect disease early and proactively inform treatment. The individual will lead a team of Bioinformatics and Machine Learning Scientists and will be responsible for the planning and execution of research projects related to cancer detection. The ideal candidate should be an experienced hands-on team leader and have a strong background in biomedical data engineering and science, algorithm development, and statistics. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and create innovative advanced machine learning models for large biomedical datasets

• Envision, plan, and execute research strategies in collaboration with other cross-functional stakeholders

• Lead a medium-sized team of Bioinformatics and Machine Learning Scientists and support their professional growth

• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and scientific excellence

• Work closely with molecular biologists and clinical scientists to solve challenging problems

• Contribute to experimental design and ensure data integrity and quality control

• Communicate findings clearly across all levels and functions of the company and act as a subject matter expert

• Present results at conferences and publish in top-tier journals

QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field

• Minimum of 8 years of working in biomedical data science and extensive managerial experience (experience in oncology or diagnostics is a plus)

• Track-record of leading and developing state-of-the-art and impactful machine learning models

• Experience in Python and various machine learning packages (scikit-learn, pytorch, etc.)

• Deep understanding of sequencing data and large-scale datasets

• Ability to visualize findings and summarize results in oral and written form for both technical and non-technical audiences

• High scientific rigor and eager to teach and learn about new machine learning techniques

The pay range is listed and actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years & depth of experience, certifications and specific office location. This may differ in other locations due to cost of labor considerations.San Carlos, CA $192,900—$241,200 USD

OUR OPPORTUNITY

Natera™ is a global leader in cell-free DNA (cfDNA) testing, dedicated to oncology, women’s health, and organ health. Our aim is to make personalized genetic testing and diagnostics part of the standard of care to protect health and enable earlier and more targeted interventions that lead to longer, healthier lives.

The Natera team consists of highly dedicated statisticians, geneticists, doctors, laboratory scientists, business professionals, software engineers and many other professionals from world-class institutions, who care deeply for our work and each other. When you join Natera, you’ll work hard and grow quickly. Working alongside the elite of the industry, you’ll be stretched and challenged, and take pride in being part of a company that is changing the landscape of genetic disease management.

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!

For more information, visit www.natera.com.

Natera is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace environment, and welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities and perspectives. Inclusive collaboration benefits our employees, our community and our patients, and is critical to our mission of changing the management of disease worldwide.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable laws.

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Link: https://www.natera.com/notice-of-data-collection-california-residents/

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