DirectorSenior Director Translational Bioinformatics

San Diego, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

SUMMARY:

Gossamer Bio has an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and accomplished computational biology leader to join our lean Translational Science team. We are seeking a visionary bioinformatics leader who thrives at the intersection of biology technology and data science. This is a chance to build and drive cutting-edge translational bioinformatics leveraging AI/Machine Learning and multi-omics innovation to transform clinical development and precision medicine. The successful candidate will join a biotech environment that values creativity impact and rapid execution and will partner closely with Translational Medicine Research and Clinical Development teams to shape the next generation of patient-centric therapeutics.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the analysis of clinical biomarker data by developing and executing exploratory biomarker analysis plans(genetics proteomics RNAseq/single-cell imaging) including pre-specification of hypotheses endpoints and statistical methodologies
Support clinical development programs by ensuring exploratory biomarker results analyses and deliverables meet project timelines and regulatory-grade expectations if applicable(data integrity traceability documentation)
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (Clinical Research Biostats) to perform (hands-on) and/or direct multi-omics data analyses and integration across various domains and apply best-in-class algorithms to directly address the motivating biological and clinical questions.
Drive innovation by applying advanced bioinformatics data science machine learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods to interrogate high-dimensional datasets enabling mechanism-of-action insights drug response biomarkers and data-driven patient stratification.
Effectively lead bioinformatics CRO relationships by developing work plans fostering efficient communication and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Translate complex findings into clear narratives for clinical teams governance and external audiences (posters/manuscripts)
Develop and scale the translational bioinformatics and AI platform and strategy building a lean high-impact team and external network to support future pipeline growth

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education Certifications Experience

Required:

Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in computational biology bioinformatics or biostatistics with 10 years of biotech industry experience and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
Expertise in next-generation sequencing algorithms pipelines and applications (including single cell genomics)
Strong coding skills (eg. R Python) with an excellent working knowledge of public bioinformatics databases emerging technologies and reproducible research practices.
Experience in pulmonary disease fibrosis inflammation immunology and/or cardiovascular biology.
Scientific curiosity and creativity with an ability to identify questions that computational approaches can address and the skills to develop solutions both independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated experience in evaluating and executing data science algorithms and machine learning/AI models.
Proven ability to bridge computation and biology with an entrepreneurial mindset and track record of driving innovation from concept to clinical impact.
A deep understanding of biology and the drivers of human disease would be a plus.
Strong communication (written and verbal) data presentation and visualization skills.
Experience leading productive collaborative relationships including remotely and across cultures.
Comfortable communicating science and influencing strategic decisions at all levels.
Office environment/Remote/Hybrid

Gossamer Bio is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants and complies with all applicable national state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

The expected salary range for this position is listed below. Actual pay will be determined based on experience qualifications and other job-related factors permitted by law. This position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. This position also qualifies for the benefits as listed below.
Gossamer Bio offers highly competitive benefit plans and programs including medical dental and vision insurance 401(k) and 401(k) matching long-term incentive plan disability plan vacation pay sick time holiday pay and work personal and family time off in accordance with the terms of the applicable plans. For additional general information on Company benefits please visit Range

$231000$272000 USD

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SUMMARY:Gossamer Bio has an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and accomplished computational biology leader to join our lean Translational Science team. We are seeking a visionary bioinformatics leader who thrives at the intersection of biology technology and data science. This is a chance to ...

SUMMARY:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Lead the analysis of clinical biomarker data by developing and executing exploratory biomarker analysis plans(genetics proteomics RNAseq/single-cell imaging) including pre-specification of hypotheses endpoints and statistical methodologies
Support clinical development programs by ensuring exploratory biomarker results analyses and deliverables meet project timelines and regulatory-grade expectations if applicable(data integrity traceability documentation)
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (Clinical Research Biostats) to perform (hands-on) and/or direct multi-omics data analyses and integration across various domains and apply best-in-class algorithms to directly address the motivating biological and clinical questions.
Drive innovation by applying advanced bioinformatics data science machine learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) methods to interrogate high-dimensional datasets enabling mechanism-of-action insights drug response biomarkers and data-driven patient stratification.
Effectively lead bioinformatics CRO relationships by developing work plans fostering efficient communication and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Translate complex findings into clear narratives for clinical teams governance and external audiences (posters/manuscripts)
Develop and scale the translational bioinformatics and AI platform and strategy building a lean high-impact team and external network to support future pipeline growth

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education Certifications Experience

Required:

Ph.D. (or equivalent experience) in computational biology bioinformatics or biostatistics with 10 years of biotech industry experience and a strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
Expertise in next-generation sequencing algorithms pipelines and applications (including single cell genomics)
Strong coding skills (eg. R Python) with an excellent working knowledge of public bioinformatics databases emerging technologies and reproducible research practices.
Experience in pulmonary disease fibrosis inflammation immunology and/or cardiovascular biology.
Scientific curiosity and creativity with an ability to identify questions that computational approaches can address and the skills to develop solutions both independently and collaboratively.
Demonstrated experience in evaluating and executing data science algorithms and machine learning/AI models.
Proven ability to bridge computation and biology with an entrepreneurial mindset and track record of driving innovation from concept to clinical impact.
A deep understanding of biology and the drivers of human disease would be a plus.
Strong communication (written and verbal) data presentation and visualization skills.
Experience leading productive collaborative relationships including remotely and across cultures.
Comfortable communicating science and influencing strategic decisions at all levels.
Office environment/Remote/Hybrid