Bioinformatics Scientist III - - - Spatial Biology - Seattle Washington

Company: ClearCompany Talent Management Software
Location: Seattle, Washington
Posted On: 05/09/2025

Are you ready for new challenges and new opportunities? Join our team in Seattle!Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.Bioinformatics Scientist III - Spatial BiologyBioinformatics Scientist III - Spatial BiologyThe mission of the Allen Institute is to unlock the complexities of bioscience and advance our knowledge to improve human health. Using an open science, multi-scale, team-oriented approach, the Allen Institute focuses on accelerating foundational research, developing standards and models, and cultivating new ideas to make a broad, transformational impact on science.The Allen Institute for Immunology is seeking a Bioinformatics Scientist III to lead/co-lead the analysis of Spatial Biology data in research projects. Reporting to the Director of Informatics & Computational Biology at the Allen Institute for Immunology, the ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player who can work closely with immunologists and bioinformaticians, is an expert in analyzing Spatial Biology transcriptomics, protein, and imaging data, has a track record of discovering novel biological insights from omics data, and has experience in managing junior colleagues. The successful candidate will also have excellent communication skills that can represent our efforts to our stakeholders internally and in external forums.We are an equal-opportunity employer and strongly encourage people from all backgrounds to apply for our open positions.Essential Functions

• Develop and implement analytic strategies for Spatial Biology data, including but not limited to: transcriptomics, protein, and/or imaging
• Lead/co-lead the analysis of Spatial Biology data in individual projects, generate testable hypotheses for new biological insights, and identify potential biomarkers and/or drug targets for disease of interest
• Manage junior bioinformatics analysts and/or scientists
• Write reports, research papers, patent applications, and other documents
• Represent our efforts to our stakeholders internally and in external forums
• Contribute to a rigorously scientific, cohesive and efficient team environmentRequired Education and Experience
  • PhD in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, or closely related disciplines; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • 5+ years of post-degree experiencePreferred Education and Experience
    • Extensive experience in analyzing Spatial Biology data, including but not limited to: transcriptomics, protein, and/or imaging data
    • Experience in developing and implementing new data analytic strategies and/or pipelines
    • Demonstrated experience in leading research projects
    • A track record of managing junior colleagues
    • Familiar with Spatial Biology technologies
    • A track record of discovering novel biological insights from omics data
    • Foundational knowledge of bioinformatics
    • Experience with R and/or Python
    • Strong publication record
    • Familiar with advanced statistical methods and machine learning for biomarker discovery
    • Experience working in a cross disciplinary, team-based environment
    • Experience working with outside collaborators to achieve defined objectives
    • Familiarity with cloud computing and/or Linux
    • Experience using Git or similar version control system
    • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and organizational skills
    • Good problem-solving skills, curious and eager to take new challenges
    • Able to work independently as well as in a collaborative high paced environment
    • The successful candidate must be self-motivated, a team player, attentive to details, and able to handle multiple projects simultaneouslyPhysical Demands
      • Fine motor movements in fingers/hands to operate computers and other office equipment; repetitive motion with lab equipmentPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work
        • Occasional evening and weekend hours required
        • This role is currently able to work both remotely and onsite in a hybrid work environment. We are a Washington State employer, and the primary work location for all Allen Institute employees is 615 Westlake Ave N.; any remote work must be performed in Washington State.Travel
          • Attendance and participation in national and international conferences may be requiredAnnualized Salary Range
            • $135,000 - $168,700 ** Final salary depends on required education for the role, experience, and level of skills relevant to the role, along with work location, where applicable.
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