Altos Labs
Scientist, Computational Biology (6 month Contract)
Altos Labs, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
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Altos Labs . Our Mission: Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life. For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com. Our Value Our Single Altos Value:
Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission . Diversity at Altos We believe that diverse perspectives are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. What You Will Contribute To Altos
6-Month Contract An exciting opportunity is available for an exceptional, highly motivated Scientist, Computational Biology with an understanding of human genetics at the Institute of Computation (IoC) at Altos Labs. Responsibilities
Harvest and analyze data from genetic association testing to dissect the molecular and cellular basis of disease. Conduct computational research related to areas such as chronic disease risk and modifiers thereof by integrating data from multiple biologic sources (i.e. genetics, molecular biomarkers, phenotyping). Enable scalable research efforts by supporting the ingestion, storage, harmonization, QC, and access of large data resources. Confer with information technology, computational biology, and machine learning specialists to enable and streamline genetic data analysis. Contribute to a team culture that promotes continuous improvement, ownership, professional growth, and inclusion. Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Statistical Genetics, Data Science, or Computer Science 3+ years experience in an academic postdoctoral or industry research setting Familiarity with data from genetic association testing (e.g. GWAS, rare variant analysis) Experience with large nation-scale biobank data (e.g. UK Biobank), understanding of genetic, omics, and disease ontology data Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Python, R, AI/ML etc.) and best practices in reproducible data analysis Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals Excellent collaboration skills and ability to thrive in the highly collaborative environment across Altos Team player and effective communicator Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with the UK Biobank Research Access Platform (RAP) or similar biobank IDE History of generating reproducible workflows or pipelines for bioinformatic data analysis Prior experience with GWAS summary statistics harmonization and QC, fine-mapping, colocalization, Mendelian Randomization Compensation & Location
The hourly range for Redwood City, CA: Scientist II, Computational Biology (6 month CONTRACT): $84.00 - $121.00/hour. The hourly range for San Diego, CA: Scientist II, Computational Biology (6 month CONTRACT): $78.00 - $106.00/hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Applicant Privacy
For UK applicants, before submitting your application: Please read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice. This Privacy Notice is not a contract, express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment. Equal Opportunity Employment
Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Altos prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Altos currently requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to legally required exemptions. Note: Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee. If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate. Learn more about a common job scam at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-spot-avoid-online-job-scams-biron-clark/
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Scientist, Computational Biology (6 month Contract) Join to apply for the
Scientist, Computational Biology (6 month Contract)
role at
Altos Labs . Our Mission: Our mission is to restore cell health and resilience through cell rejuvenation to reverse disease, injury, and the disabilities that can occur throughout life. For more information, see our website at altoslabs.com. Our Value Our Single Altos Value:
Everyone Owns Achieving Our Inspiring Mission . Diversity at Altos We believe that diverse perspectives are foundational to scientific innovation and inquiry. At Altos, exceptional scientists and industry leaders from around the world work together to advance a shared mission. Our intentional focus is on Belonging, so that all employees know that they are valued for their unique perspectives. We are all accountable for sustaining a diverse and inclusive environment. What You Will Contribute To Altos
6-Month Contract An exciting opportunity is available for an exceptional, highly motivated Scientist, Computational Biology with an understanding of human genetics at the Institute of Computation (IoC) at Altos Labs. Responsibilities
Harvest and analyze data from genetic association testing to dissect the molecular and cellular basis of disease. Conduct computational research related to areas such as chronic disease risk and modifiers thereof by integrating data from multiple biologic sources (i.e. genetics, molecular biomarkers, phenotyping). Enable scalable research efforts by supporting the ingestion, storage, harmonization, QC, and access of large data resources. Confer with information technology, computational biology, and machine learning specialists to enable and streamline genetic data analysis. Contribute to a team culture that promotes continuous improvement, ownership, professional growth, and inclusion. Who You Are
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Statistical Genetics, Data Science, or Computer Science 3+ years experience in an academic postdoctoral or industry research setting Familiarity with data from genetic association testing (e.g. GWAS, rare variant analysis) Experience with large nation-scale biobank data (e.g. UK Biobank), understanding of genetic, omics, and disease ontology data Proficiency in relevant programming languages (Python, R, AI/ML etc.) and best practices in reproducible data analysis Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals Excellent collaboration skills and ability to thrive in the highly collaborative environment across Altos Team player and effective communicator Preferred Qualifications
Hands-on experience with the UK Biobank Research Access Platform (RAP) or similar biobank IDE History of generating reproducible workflows or pipelines for bioinformatic data analysis Prior experience with GWAS summary statistics harmonization and QC, fine-mapping, colocalization, Mendelian Randomization Compensation & Location
The hourly range for Redwood City, CA: Scientist II, Computational Biology (6 month CONTRACT): $84.00 - $121.00/hour. The hourly range for San Diego, CA: Scientist II, Computational Biology (6 month CONTRACT): $78.00 - $106.00/hour. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location. Applicant Privacy
For UK applicants, before submitting your application: Please read the Altos Labs EU and UK Applicant Privacy Notice. This Privacy Notice is not a contract, express or implied and it does not set terms or conditions of employment. Equal Opportunity Employment
Altos Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Altos prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Altos currently requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to legally required exemptions. Note: Altos Labs will not ask you to download a messaging app for an interview or outlay your own money to get started as an employee. If this sounds like your interaction with people claiming to be with Altos, it is not legitimate. Learn more about a common job scam at https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-spot-avoid-online-job-scams-biron-clark/
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