Bioinformatics Engineer (Contract)
San Francisco, California / $480 - $600
INFO
$480 - $600
LOCATION
San Francisco, California
Contract
BIOINFORMATICS ENGINEER (CONTRACT 3-6 MONTHS)
REMOTE
$60-$75 HOURLY
COMPANY:
This consulting company is searching for a Bioinformatics Engineer to join their team for a 3-6 month contract. This role will focus on working with data management and modeling strategies for genomics data.
THE ROLE:
- Design and implement data management and modeling strategies
- The following are data domains that you will expect to work with genomics, microscopy, mass spectrometry, and flow cytometry
- Develop tools to automate data processing
- Transfer and store data in AWS
- Collaborate with scientists and developers
SKILLS:
- Python
- Cloud computing platforms with a preference for AWS
- Industry experience working with bioinformatics databases and ontologies
- PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or related field
CONTACT
Ashley Biscailuz
Recruitment Consultant
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While there is undeniable flexibility and opportunity that comes with contract work, it’s worth considering the following before diving into the contract space:
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