Scientist / Senior Scientist, Computational Biology

Precede Biosciences

. Formulate computational methods and conduct interpretative analyses for biopharma R&D and diagnostic applications .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $125,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in computational analyses of the epigenome and the development of predictive models for clinical applications. Collaborates effectively with multidisciplinary teams to drive diagnostic innovation and refine clinical impact through biologically informed analyses.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Computational Analyses of EpigenomePredictive Model DevelopmentR (Bioconductor) ProficiencyPython ProficiencyBiological Interpretation

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Hard Skills

Computational MethodsInterpretative AnalysesNovel Classifier CreationBiologically Informed AnalysesData Analysis

Soft Skills

Presentation SkillsAdaptabilityCollaborationProblem-SolvingDiversity Appreciation

Industry Keywords

Biopharma R&DDiagnostic ApplicationsClinical UseTranslational ResearchDisease-Relevant Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Formulate computational methods and conduct interpretative analyses for biopharma R&D and diagnostic applications
Blend biological insights with computational techniques to develop predictive models with immediate clinical applications
Lead projects connecting biological understanding of disease-relevant systems with computational analyses to drive diagnostic innovation
Analyze novel epigenomic data and refine its clinical impact
Explore biological underpinnings across disease areas to produce biologically informed analyses demonstrating significant endpoints
Create novel classifiers with diagnostic relevance suitable for clinical use
Collaborate with clinical, translational, computational, and product development stakeholders to make innovative diagnostics a reality

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience using computational analyses of the epigenome to develop biological interpretations
Comfortable presenting biological narratives in a group setting
All levels of experience are encouraged to apply; role level will be commensurate with experience
Excited by challenging problems and a fast-paced work environment
Comfortable taking on new projects with minimal direction and adapting to feedback and evolving information
Proficient in R (Bioconductor) or Python
Values diversity, learning from various perspectives, and collaborative work on multidisciplinary teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance bonuses
Equity participation
Comprehensive health benefits