Bioinformatics Scientist

Natera is a global leader in cell-free DNA testing for oncology, women's health, and organ health. This Bioinformatics Scientist role joins the Bioinformatics Research & Development team focusing on cancer recurrence monitoring, analyzing large high-throughput cancer genomics datasets and developing novel computational methods.

What You'll Do
• Analyze high-throughput DNA sequencing datasets using cancer biology and genomics knowledge
• Implement and validate novel algorithms and statistical methods
• Collaborate with molecular biologists and bioinformatics scientists to answer biological questions
• Contribute to experimental design and quality control
• Develop tools and end-to-end bioinformatics pipelines

What You Need
• Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, engineering, molecular biology, or related field
• Minimum 2 years hands-on experience with high-throughput genomic sequencing analysis
• NGS data analysis experience (mapping, variant calling, etc.)
• Strong programming skills in a scientific programming language, with Python strongly preferred
• Knowledge of genomics with familiarity with cancer biology
• Experience with Linux command-line tools and shell scripting

Nice to Have
• Master's degree
• Background in machine learning and statistics
• Experience with whole-genome sequencing (WGS)
• Familiarity with public databases such as TCGA, COSMIC, or OncoKB

$106,600–$133,300 USD base salary. Eligible for annual performance incentive bonus, long-term equity awards, comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, company holidays, and wellness and work-life benefits. Natera employees and families receive free genetic testing and fertility care benefits.