Bioinformatics Specialist (Remote)

Role: Bioinformatics Specialist (Remote) Location: Remote (Work from Anywhere) Payout: $20 - $60/hour Role Overview: We are hiring for one of our clients, seeking a Computational Biology Expert to work on a contractor basis. This expert will apply their biology domain expertise to evaluate, annotate, and benchmark AI systems in real-world computational biology use cases, shaping how models learn, reason, and perform in the biotechnology industry. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, contributing to the development of next-generation AI systems. The role requires a strong understanding of genomics, transcriptomics, and systems biology, as well as advanced analytical reasoning skills. Key Responsibilities: • Leverage biology domain expertise to evaluate, annotate, and benchmark AI systems in real-world computational biology use cases, such as genomics, transcriptomics, and systems biology scenarios. • Assess the accuracy, relevance, and performance of AI-generated outputs in various biological contexts, including structural biology and bioinformatics analysis. • Apply advanced analytical reasoning to critically review scientific workflows and pipelines, identifying strengths and weaknesses in AI systems and pipelines. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement high-quality, real-world input for AI systems, ensuring that models are trained on relevant and accurate data. • Develop and maintain detailed documentation of workflows, pipelines, and results, ensuring that all work is thoroughly documented and easily reproducible. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Strong expertise in computational biology, including experience with Python, R, Bash, and other relevant programming languages and tools, such as BWA, GATK, STAR, and Salmon. • Experience with bioinformatics analysis, including genomics, transcriptomics, and systems biology, as well as structural biology and AI/ML evaluation. • Proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools, such as Seurat and Scanpy, and experience with NGS pipelines and alphafold. • Excellent scientific reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts effectively in written and verbal form. • Strong collaboration and communication skills, with experience working in interdisciplinary teams and contributing to open-source projects. More About the Opportunity: This role offers a unique opportunity to work with a global leader in the biotechnology industry, contributing to the development of next-generation AI systems and shaping the future of computational biology. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams and contributing to the development of cutting-edge AI systems. Equal Opportunity Employer: We hire based on skills and expertise. All qualified candidates are welcome regardless of background, experience, or prior employment history. Applications are reviewed solely on demonstrated technical ability and qualifications. Apply Now!