SPECTRAFORCE
Job Title : Bioinformatics Analyst (Remote – Oncology)
Job Type : Contract (9 Months)
Location : Remote (U.S. based)
Max C2C Rate : $60
Interview Process : 2–3 rounds (Virtual)
Job Overview
We are seeking a Bioinformatics Analyst to support computational research initiatives in oncology drug discovery . The ideal candidate will have strong experience in NGS data analysis , R programming , and a solid understanding of cancer biology or immuno-oncology . This role is fully remote and highly collaborative, working closely with cross-functional discovery teams.
Responsibilities
- Analyze large-scale omics datasets (e.g., RNA-seq, WES) to identify biological insights
- Support experimental teams by advising on study design and interpreting data
- Query public and internal cancer genomics resources
- Communicate findings to teams with varying scientific backgrounds
- Contribute to early- to late-stage oncology discovery programs
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, Cancer Biology, or related field
- OR Master’s with 1–3 years of industry experience
- OR Bachelor’s with 6–8 years of relevant experience
- Expertise in NGS analysis (RNA-seq, WES, etc.)
- Proficiency in R (data visualization with ggplot2, plotly, etc.)
- Experience with Linux , HPC clusters , or AWS
- Background in oncology , with preference for immuno-oncology or immunology
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with single-cell platforms , spatial omics , CRISPR screens , or proteomics
- Familiarity with public genomics databases: TCGA, GTEx, GEO, GDC, ENA/EBI
- Prior experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry
- Workflow/pipeline development for omics data