Computational Genetic Data Scientist

Company: Freyr Solutions, Client: Global Pharma company
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: May 25, 2025

Job Description:

Position: Computational Genetic Data Scientist (Onsite)

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Location: Cambridge, MA
Client: Leading Biopharma Company

The Precision Genetics group within the Data and Genome Sciences department is hiring a Ph.D.-level contractor to join its Computational Precision Genetics team. This is a 100% onsite role in Cambridge, MA (no remote, no BS/MS candidates).

Qualifications & Skills:

Ph.D. in Genetics, Genomics, Computational Biology, or related field


5+ years of hands-on experience in genetic data analysis


Expertise in variant analysis, population genetics, and genomic annotations


Proficient in R, Python, Bash, and familiar with HPC and AWS Cloud (IAM, S3)


Strong understanding of statistical methods and data integration


Excellent documentation and communication skills



Preferred:

Experience with real-world genetic data


Familiarity with tools like GATK, bcftools, ANNOVAR, PLINK, QTL analysis, etc.


Understanding of statistical genetics and machine learning



Responsibilities:

Perform QC and advanced analysis on genetic datasets


Retrieve and integrate data from databases (e.g., gnomAD, ClinVar, Ensembl, GTEx)


Conduct variant calling, genotype imputation, QTL & population genetics analysis


Integrate omics data (genomic, epigenomic, transcriptomic, proteomic)


Document workflows and results clearly and efficiently



If you're a motivated Ph.D. scientist ready to dive deep into cutting-edge genetic data analysis, apply now!

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