Computational Scientist

Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Computational Scientist II for an Onsite position with a Global Biotechnology Company located in South San Francisco, CA. This is an 8+ month contract opportunity.
We are seeking a highly motivated and collaborative Computational Scientist to join a leading research lab within our client's Research and Early Development organization. The successful candidate will derive actionable insights from high-content perturbation screens of ex vivo systems. This role requires a deep understanding of computational methods for analyzing sequencing-based, multi-conditional perturbation data (e.g. Sci-plex, Perturb-seq, CROP-Seq), a passion for innovation, and a commitment to improving healthcare outcomes through cutting-edge technology.
Responsibilities:

• Analyze large-scale high-content sequencing-based perturbation datasets
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary and cross-functional teams including biologists, chemists, data scientists, and other stakeholders

Requirements:

• PhD degree in quantitative field (e.g., Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics) or in the physical or life sciences (e.g., Chemistry, Biology) with a strong quantitative focus
• Proven track record of analyzing large-scale multi-conditional scRNA-seq datasets
• Demonstrated interest in problems across biology and chemistry as applied to the discovery and development of treatments for disease
• Proficiency in scientific programming in Python
• Strong background in statistics, probabilistic modeling and data analysis
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Strong publication record and experience contributing to research communities

Desired skills:

• Experience with the analysis of Perturb-seq/CROP-seq data, or more generally with CRISPR data
• Multimodal data integration, in particular between multiple measurement modalities and/or clinical patient data
• Experience with workflow managers such as nextflow or snakemake
• Practical experience with working on HPC systems / SLURM

Pay range: up to $65.18 per hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Aptask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, apply today!
Aptask Global Workforce (AGW)
ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include:

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• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)

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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
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