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Bioinformatics Specialst

Vaxart, Inc.

Bioinformatics Specialst

South San Francisco, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    ABOUT US:

    Vaxart is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing a range of oral recombinant vaccines based on its proprietary delivery platform. Vaxart vaccines are administered using convenient room temperature-stable tablets that can be stored and shipped without refrigeration.

    Vaxart has demonstrated that its proprietary tablet vaccine delivery platform is suitable to deliver recombinant vaccines, positioning the company to develop oral versions of currently marketed vaccines and to design recombinant vaccines for new indications. Its development programs currently include tablet vaccines designed to protect against coronavirus, norovirus, seasonal influenza and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), as well as a therapeutic vaccine for human papillomavirus (HPV), Vaxart's first immuno-oncology indication.

    Our mission is the promotion of global health through the development of effective vaccines that can be administered by tablet rather than by injection, providing for the simple and efficient distribution and administration of safe vaccines in any setting.

    We are looking for a Bioinformatics Specialist to join our growing South San Francisco team!

    SUMMARY:

    The Bioinformatics Specialist manages and analyzes high-throughput research data at Vaxart and applies their expertise in NGS data analysis, clinical diagnostics, and molecular biology to analyze sequencing data with the goal of developing laboratory methods and algorithms for IVD assays. The Bioinformatics Specialist collaborates closely with Research Scientists and supports their bioinformatics needs. 

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Manage and analyze high-throughput research data such as NGS and high-content imaging data.
    • Partner closely with Molecular Biology, Engineering, and other Bioinformatics teams to perform all aspects of bioinformatics data analysis including experimental design, data collection, QC, algorithm design, analysis & visualization, and communication of results.
    • Work with other research scientists to develop algorithms to analyze complex data sets.
    • Collaborate with the IT department to establish relational databases to house vital research data of vaccine candidates.
    • Serve as a bioinformatics functional representative on project teams providing input and mentorship on bioinformatics related matters.
    • Report on, present, and communicate project updates across multiple functions in the organization.
    • Keep up with current advances in computational biology.
    • Recommend next steps for bioinformatics pipeline and laboratory workflow steps to meet product development objectives.
    • Develop documentation of bioinformatics results for scientific, marketing, and regulatory purposes.

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or other quantitative field.
    • 2+ years of experience.  
    • In depth knowledge of sequencing, molecular biology, bioinformatics tools, statistical methods with expertise in manipulating and analyzing sequencing data from different platforms (e.g., Illumina, PacBio, or Oxford Nanopore).
    • Proficient in using programming languages such as Python and/or Java C++.
    • Strong foundation in statistical analysis.
    • Must be able to work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary R&D team as well as cross-functionally.
    • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to adjust to technical and non-technical audiences.

    Vaxart offers team members a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus program, stock options, 401K with employer matching, tuition assistance, and work life balance.

    Vaxart is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for all applicants and employees. Equal opportunity and consideration are afforded to all qualified applicants and employees in personnel actions, which include: recruiting and hiring, selection for training, promotion, rates of pay or other compensation, transfer, discipline, demotion, layoff or termination. Vaxart does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, family medical history or genetic information, citizenship, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, military status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation.