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PhD-Level Bioinformatics Expert

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US · Contract · $120,000 – $170,000

About this role

We are seeking highly skilled Bioinformatics Experts to contribute to a high-priority evaluation project with a leading AI research organization. You will independently solve complex bioinformatics data analysis problems using large-scale biological datasets. Submit fully documented analytical workflows under a blind protocol.

This problem-solving focused role involves approaching each task independently without prior context. Tackle challenges across genomics, transcriptomics, and virology domains. Analyze datasets to derive meaningful insights from ambiguous, open-ended problems.

Work fully remote with flexible hours as an independent contractor. Tasks assigned on a rolling basis during the 4-week contract starting in March. Complete work on your own schedule using non-confidential, publicly available data.

Your contributions will directly evaluate advanced AI systems on real-world scientific reasoning tasks. Demonstrate strong independent reasoning in bioinformatics. Gain exposure to cutting-edge AI evaluation through reproducible Jupyter notebooks.

Requirements

  • PhD or Master’s degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or a related field
  • Hands-on experience in at least two areas: RNA-seq analysis, Variant calling, Metagenomic classification, Epigenomics (ChIP-seq, methylation analysis), Single-cell analysis, Population genetics
  • Proficiency in Python and/or R for building bioinformatics pipelines
  • Experience creating reproducible and well-documented Jupyter notebooks
  • Familiarity with command-line bioinformatics tools (e.g., samtools)
  • Strong independent problem-solving skills with ability to work without direct guidance

Responsibilities

  • Solve complex bioinformatics challenges across genomics, transcriptomics, and virology
  • Analyze large-scale biological datasets and derive meaningful insights
  • Develop and submit well-structured, reproducible Jupyter notebooks documenting full analytical workflow
  • Apply strong independent reasoning to ambiguous and open-ended analytical problems
  • Work with large-scale biological datasets under blind protocol

Benefits

  • Fully remote role with flexible working hours
  • 4-week contract with tasks on rolling basis
  • Work completed on your own schedule
  • Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise based on completed work
  • Uses only non-confidential, publicly available data