Bioinformatics Staff Data Scientist

GRAIL

Staff Data Scientist analyzing complex datasets related to multi-cancer early detection technologies. Collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to enhance clinical insights and product performance.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timeMenlo Park • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesLeadWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze complex high-dimensional datasets related to multi-cancer early detection test results from Grail’s commercial platform in order to identify empirical trends and then communicate findings across teams.
Integrate cancer biology, DNA methylation, genomics, epidemiology, and statistics to generate predictive models of expected test performance and identify potential deviations.
Participate in cross-functional interactions with interdisciplinary teams including machine learning, software engineering, clinical, laboratory operations, research, and product development.
Create and communicate rigorous scientific analyses.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Data Science, Computational Biology, Physics, Bioengineering, Cancer Genomics, Statistics, Biochemistry or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience
Proven track record in working with large-scale omics datasets in R (preferred) or Python.
Experience with NGS data processing, statistical modeling, and machine learning frameworks and their application to derive technical and biological insights in a clinical setting
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills; ability to work independently and effectively across interdisciplinary environments.
Demonstrated ability to perform rigorous and detail-oriented work.

Benefits

Comp & perks

flexible time-off or vacation
a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
medical, dental, and vision coverage
carefully selected mindfulness programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

bioinformaticsdata sciencecomputational biologycancer genomicsstatisticsRPythonNGS data processingstatistical modelingmachine learning

Soft Skills

communicationcollaborationproblem-solvingindependencedetail-oriented

Certifications

Ph.D.