Computational Biologist, Metagenomics

Kelly® Science & Clinical is currently recruiting a Computational Biologist, Metagenomics for a long-term contract with enhanced benefits for opportunities with a leading CDMO at their San Diego, CA biomanufacturing facility. If you are driven by the prospect of translating cutting-edge scientific discoveries into tangible advancements and are poised to advance your career, join us as we pioneer progress in the biotechnology realm.Workplace: Onsite in San Diego, CAPosition Title: Computational Biologist, MetagenomicsPosition type: One year contract with enhance benefitsPay rate: $60-70/hour.Company: Kelly® Science & ClinicalOverviewThe Bioinformatics Scientist will provide expertise in bioinformatics methods to our product development teams with bioinformatics pipelines and analysis towards better and more affordable cell therapy, personalized medicine solutions.Responsibilities

The ideal candidate thrives on the applications of NGS data analysis and is passionate about learning.

Develops new and relevant data analyses, build and deploy the bioinformatics pipelines for NGS analysis

Review, implement, troubleshoot, and improve analytic analysis methods developed by others internally or externally.

Work closely with cross-functional teams, providing computational tools and resources for analysis of large biological data sets.

Capable of effective communication within the team as well as to other stakeholders.

Qualifications

Hands-on experience with Nextflow pipeline development tool

Required demonstrable experience with gene-targeted, meta-transcriptomics, and/or metagenomics data analysis.

Required hands-on experience in analyzing bulk NGS data

Hands-on work experience with large complex data sets, programming languages such as Python and R, and translation of results to a non-technical audience.

Outstanding collaboration skills that enable effective partnerships with professionals from different technical backgrounds.

Preferred

BS with 5+ years, MSc with 3+ years, or Ph.D. with 2+ years relevant experience, or equivalent, in a quantitative field, e.g., Bioinformatics, Computation Biology, etc.

Relevant experience in biotech preferred.

Experience in high-performance computing and/or cloud computing.

General understanding of molecular biology and wet lab 'omics technologies is preferred.

Good knowledge of software design principles including git, docker, and markdown documentation.

Experience with optimization and statistical data analysis tools is a plus.

A proven track record in translating complex biological questions into computational tools that solve problems is a plus .

Join UsIf your qualifications align with the requirements of this role, we invite you to apply and take the next step in your career journey. Rest assured, even if this opportunity isn't the perfect match, your profile will remain within our network, ensuring you're connected to a wealth of future opportunities in the field of science and clinical research.As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here (https://www.mykelly.com/help-support-working-with-kelly-us/#Benefits) for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.Why Kelly ® Science & Clinical?Kelly Science & Clinical is your connection to premier scientific and clinical companies looking to hire industry experts just like you. Our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. Every day, we match science professionals with dream jobs that fit their skills, interests, and career goals—it’s the way we think job searching should be. Nearly 100 percent of our science recruiters have a professional background and education in science, so we know a thing or two about the science market and how to get your expertise noticed.About KellyWork changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life—just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center.

Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.Kelly Services is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We welcome, value, and embrace diversity at all levels and are committed to building a team that is inclusive of a variety of backgrounds, communities, perspectives, and abilities. At Kelly, we believe that the more inclusive we are, the better services we can provide. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to Kelly’s Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment.