Statistical Bioinformatics PhD - Fully Remote | Upto $120/hr
mercor
IndiaremotePosted 7 days ago
Skill Required
Computational-GenomicsStatistical-BioinformaticsBioinformaticsBiostatisticsQuantitative-BiologyBioinformatics-Research-ScientistBiostatistics-JobsData-Sciencerelated fieldanalyticalPythondesignandAIFulltime
Key highlights
- $120/hour
- Contract
- Remote
- PhD required
- 20–30 minute application process with AI interview
- Project-based engagement with competitive, expertise-based pay
Role overview
Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. This contract role seeks a PhD-level expert to perform computational genomics and statistical bioinformatics work, analyzing biological and biomedical datasets using R and Python for a San Francisco-headquartered company with investors including Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey.
Responsibilities
- Complete realistic, multi-step scientific data-analysis tasks in computational genomics, quantitative biology, and translational biomedicine.
- Independently inspect datasets, perform quality control, and execute analyses in R and Python.
- Navigate ambiguous research workflows by identifying key analytical decisions and potential confounders.
- Use scientific software, code, and command-line tools to generate reproducible analyses and structured outputs.
- Interpret results in the context of biological or translational questions, communicating assumptions and conclusions.
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and AI research specialists.
Requirements
- PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, statistical genetics, quantitative biology, biostatistics, genomics, or related field.
- Deep experience analyzing biological or biomedical data, especially genomics and related omics datasets.
- Professional fluency in R and Python.
- Strong foundation in statistical modeling and experimental design.
- Experience with multi-step computational research workflows.
- Clear scientific writing and documentation skills.
Nice to have
- Familiarity with reproducible research practices, including notebooks, scripts, and version control.
Benefits
- Project-based engagement
- Competitive, expertise-based pay
Additional details
- Type: Contract
- Compensation: $120/hour
- Location: Remote
- Investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey
- Application Process (Takes 20–30 mins to complete): Upload resume → AI interview based on your resume → Submit form
- Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.