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Computational Biologist | $60/hr Remote
About the role
Position: Computational Biologist
Type: Contract
Compensation: $20 - $60/hour
Location: Remote
Commitment: 10-40 hrs/week
Role Responsibilities
Leverage biology domain expertise to evaluate, annotate, and benchmark AI systems in real-world computational biology use cases. Assess the accuracy, relevance, and performance of AI-generated outputs in genomics, transcriptomics, and systems biology scenarios. Apply advanced analytical reasoning to critically review scientific workflows and pipelines, identifying strengths and areas for improvement. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, providing feedback on AI model performance based on biological context. Document observations and findings with clarity, highlighting scientific rationale and actionable insights. Communicate complex concepts effectively through both written and verbal channels to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Requirements
Have a PhD in Biology, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field, or equivalent industry/research experience. Have proven experience in data-driven biological research and computational analysis workflows. Be proficient with scripting languages such as Python, R, and Bash, as well as scientific tools like BWA, GATK, STAR, Salmon, Seurat, or Scanpy. Possess a deep understanding of genomics, transcriptomics, structural biology, or systems biology. Demonstrate excellent scientific reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Have strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate findings and collaborate effectively.
Application Process
Easy Apply on LinkedIn Check email for next steps Participate in resume evaluation & interview stage
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