Applications Data Scientist

Job ID: 914313
Job date: 2017-11-06
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Company : 10X Genomics 

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Role : Research Scientist 


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Job Description:
10x Genomics is looking for an outstanding scientist to join its Applications Development group. You must show passion for in depth genomics analysis. You must be able to learn quickly, creatively solve problems, and have a deep understand of NGS technologies. You should also have experience running commonly used data analysis tools. Additionally, you must have strong data analysis and data review skills. A thirst for digging into data to fully understand exceptions and corner cases is a must.

Individuals applying for this position must be self-starters, strategic thinkers, action driven, flexible in changing direction and methods, thrive in a fast paced environment, excel at managing multiple priorities, succeed in communicating with all levels within the organization and provide immediate contribution.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Develop analysis pipelines to take advantage of the unique 10x data types.
  • Prototype new computational methodologies to support novel analytical uses.
  • Assess early developed modules and integrated prototypes.
  • Produce proof-of-concept analysis to demonstrate the unique power of the 10x Genomics platform internally and externally.
  • Work with core product development teams to improve products and enable novel applications as driven by the scientific community.
  • Work with key scientists to develop new applications that take advantage of 10x technology.
  • Assist in study design for product validation and verification.
  • Develop scientific materials to be used in webinars or other platforms to highlight the advantages of the 10x genomic platform.
Required Skills and Background:
  • PhD or equivalent in one of the following bioinformatics, computational biology, statistical genetics, population genomics, cancer genomics or clinical genomics.
  • Strong interest in applying analytical tools to solve important and interesting biological problems
  • Extensive experience analyzing NGS data sets using Python or R, and with existing NGS data sources (e.g., Illumina, Ion Torrent, PacBio, etc.)
  • Extensive experience with statistical methods commonly used in genomics
  • Experience with various machine learning methods
  • Hands-on experience with structural variant calling and/or single-cell RNA-Seq data tools
  • Proficiency with the command line and source control
  • Demonstrated ability to trouble-shoot complex problems and to work independently, and effectively in a multi-disciplinary team
  • An eagerness to dramatically improve NGS tools and NGS assays
  • Driven to find novel applications of an exciting and novel form of NGS data that enables a wide array of previously unachievable applications
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Strong written and oral communication skills demonstrated with peer-reviewed publications and conference presentations
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain relationships with customers or external collaborators
Desired Skills and Background:
  • Experience in systems biology
  • Knowledge of RNA or cellular biology in cancer or immunology contexts
  • Knowledge with general experimental designs and laboratory assays including real-time PCR and droplet digital PCR
  • Understanding of gene editing methods including CRISPR


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Additional Info:
By joining 10x Genomics, you can become an integral part of helping enable our customers expand the ways they explore, discover, process and innovate in the field of genomics.

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