Scientist
Quick answer
Arc Institute is hiring a Scientist (Palo Alto, CA) with a base salary of $135,000 to $186,500 to work on large-scale perturbational and single-cell datasets for the Virtual Cell Initiative and Alzheimer's Disease Initiative.
- Role
- Scientist
- Organization
- Arc Institute
- Location
- Palo Alto, CA
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Entry
- Compensation
- $135,000 to $186,500
- Category
- Engineering & Technology
The role
Arc Institute is hiring two Scientist positions on its Computational Technology Center, focusing on large-scale perturbational and single-cell datasets to contribute to the Virtual Cell Initiative and Alzheimer's Disease Initiative.
What you'll do
- Conduct tertiary analyses of large-scale Perturb-seq, single-cell sequencing, multi-omic, and functional genomics datasets.
- Partner with experimental teams on iterative study design, analysis, interpretation, and validation.
- Work closely with bioinformatics and data infrastructure teams to define clean handoffs from primary and secondary analysis into exploratory and mechanistic modeling.
- Contribute to Arc's Virtual Cell and Alzheimer's Disease Initiatives by generating, analyzing, visualizing, and interpreting datasets.
- Develop reusable analysis notebooks, dashboards, software tools, benchmarks, and data resources.
- Present findings to internal stakeholders and contribute to preprints or open-source projects.
What it takes
- PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, genomics, systems biology, machine learning, computer science, molecular biology, or a related field.
- Demonstrated track record of deriving biological insight from large-scale single-cell, perturbational, or multi-omic datasets.
- Hands-on experience with single-cell, perturbational, or multi-omic data, including tertiary analysis.
- Expertise in at least one of the following: Perturb-seq / CRISPR screen analysis at scale or single-cell analysis of microglia.
- Python proficiency, with experience using modern scientific computing and data analysis ecosystems.
- Biological intuition and the ability to collaborate effectively with experimental scientists.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Annual discretionary bonus, with the amount dependent on individual and institute performance factors.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is located in Palo Alto, CA, with a minimum of 3 days onsite work required.
What is the compensation?
The base salary range for this position is $135,000 to $186,500, with an annual discretionary bonus based on performance.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include a PhD in a relevant field, hands-on experience with single-cell or perturbational data, and Python proficiency.
How do I apply?
Please apply by February 28, 2024, and indicate which focus area you're applying for in your application.
How to apply
Apply directly on Arc Institute's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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