Bioinformatics Software Engineer
Company: Vertex Pharmaceuticals
Location: Boston
Posted on: May 28, 2023
Job Description:
Bioinformatics Software Engineer page is loaded Bioinformatics
Software Engineer Apply locations Boston, MA time type Full time
posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id REQ-19149 Job
DescriptionWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced
computational biologist with a strong software engineering
background to join Vertex. This position is part of a rapidly
growing Data and Computational Sciences team focused on Cell and
Genetic therapies for diseases with serious unmet need. You will
play a critical key role in developing cutting-edge computational
methods that assess the safety and efficacy of transformative gene
editing therapeutics for our program. You will also
cross-functionally collaborate to develop robust, efficient, and
scalable workflows that can be easily maintained and executed on a
large scale. A strong background in computational methods
development, a proven track record in python programming and an
ability to seamlessly collaborate with team members will be
required for success in this role. This is a Boston based, hybrid
position (3 days/week onsite).
-Key responsibilities:
- Develop novel computational methods that address key questions
regarding the efficacy and safety of gene editing
therapeutics.
- Leverage and extend best practices from the genomics, data
science and software-engineering to create industry-leading
analysis software.
- Develop automated, scalable solutions that accelerate
discovery.
- Collaborate with project teams to identify key needs and
questions that can be addressed using genomics.Education and
Experience:
- Ph.D. (or equivalent degree) in computational biology,
bioinformatics, human genetics, genomics, systems biology,
bioengineering, or a related field, and 0-3 years of relevant
post-doctoral employment experience, or
- Master's Degree (or equivalent degree) in similar fields and 3+
years of relevant employment experience, or
- Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent degree) in similar fields and
6+ years of relevant employment experience
- A proven track record of next-generation sequencing (NGS)
methods development pertaining to variant calling, RNA-Seq,
amplicon sequencing or related data types.
- Strong programming skills in python and one or more of the
following languages: Rust, Java or C/C++, and proficiency with
workflow languages such as Nextflow
- Demonstrated experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS
preferred) and their associated services (S3, EC2, Batch Lambda,
etc.)
- Strong understanding of database design principles and
integration
- Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker or
Singularity
- Understanding of software engineering practices such as source
control, unit testing and continuous integration
- An independent, detail-oriented, and self-motivated approach to
problem solving
- A team-oriented mindset that welcomes feedback and supports
others
- Strong organizational and time-management
skills#LI-SV1#LI-HybridCompany Information Vertex is a global
biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation. Vertex
is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination
for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a
person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age,
religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran
status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or
any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an
E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable
accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities,
in accordance with applicable law. Any applicant requiring an
accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to
perform the essential functions of the position for which the
applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or
hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at
ApplicationAssistance@vrtx.com. About Us Help Us Achieve Our
Mission Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in
scientific innovation to create transformative medicines for people
with serious diseases. The company has multiple approved medicines
that treat the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF) - a rare,
life-threatening genetic disease - and has several ongoing clinical
and research programs in CF. Beyond CF, Vertex has a robust
pipeline of investigational small molecule, cell and genetic
therapies in other serious diseases where it has deep insight into
causal human biology, including sickle cell disease, beta
thalassemia, APOL1-mediated kidney disease, pain, type 1 diabetes,
alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency and Duchenne muscular
dystrophy.Founded in 1989 in Cambridge, Mass., Vertex's global
headquarters is now located in Boston's Innovation District and its
international headquarters is in London. Additionally, the company
has research and development sites and commercial offices in North
America, Europe, Australia and Latin America. Vertex is
consistently recognized as one of the industry's top places to
work, including 13 consecutive years on Science magazine's Top
Employers list and one of Fortune's Best Workplaces in
Biotechnology and Pharmaceuticals and Best Workplaces for Women.
For company updates and to learn more about Vertex's history of
innovation, visit www.vrtx.com -or follow us on Facebook , -
Twitter , - LinkedIn , - YouTube -and - Instagram . The diversity
and authenticity of our people is part of what makes Vertex unique,
and we recognize that each employee brings diverse perspectives and
strengths. By embracing those strengths and celebrating
differences, we are fostering an inclusive culture where each of us
can bring our authentic selves to work, inspire innovation
together, and change people's lives. -Our vision is clear: to be
the place where an authentic, diverse mix of talent want to come,
to stay, and do their best work.
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