Sr. Bioinformatics Scientist

Labcorp is a global leader in laboratory services, providing the insights and answers that help healthcare providers, patients, researchers, pharmaceutical companies and health systems make confident decisions and improve outcomes. Through our unparalleled science, data, technology and laboratory network, we advance diagnostics, accelerate innovation and help address some of the world’s most important health challenges. As we shape the future of healthcare, we are leveraging advanced technologies, intelligent digital solutions and data-driven innovation across our operations to enhance how work gets done and deliver greater value to customers and patients. With our global scale and deep expertise, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, grow your career and make a real impact on people’s health around the world. Together, we’re improving health and improving lives.
Labcorp is seeking a US based remote Sr. Bioinformatics Scientist to join our team!
Job Responsibilities
The Sr. Bioinformatics Scientist is a seasoned, experienced professional with a wide range of experience who uses concepts and organizational objectives to resolve complex issues in a creative and effective way. Exercises judgment in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. Works on problems of diverse scope where analysis of data requires evaluation of identifiable factors.
Lead complex technical projects requiring evaluation of identifiable factors
Drive innovation in methods and tools through networking with key contacts
Contribute to strategic planning by translating business needs into technical requirements
Build cross-functional relationships to deliver tactical business targets
Frequently advise others on complex matters related to bioinformatics and engineering
Design and implement advanced bioinformatics solutions with substantial understanding of genomics and genetics
Lead collaboration with molecular biology teams on assay development, including experimental design and analysis
Drive regulatory compliance through analysis and technical writing for verification, validation, and documentation
Develop and optimize complex analysis pipelines based on deep knowledge of bioinformatics algorithms
Guide result interpretation and reporting standards, considering medical and commercial requirements
Establish quality control metrics and procedures to ensure data integrity
Drive improvements in accuracy, COGS, and turnaround time (TAT)
Lead verification and validation efforts following compliance processes
Interface with clinical and commercial stakeholders as consumers of bioinformatic data
Evaluate genomic data to deliver a confident result for complex variants, and understand system limitations when a confident result is not possible
Architect and implement complex software systems with deep understanding of languages, tools, and libraries
Design systems and APIs that are maintainable, debuggable, and observable
Establish development standards by providing quality feedback on designs
Drive system reliability and performance improvements through
appropriate metrics
Lead technical design reviews for right-sized components
Implement robust testing frameworks by working with team leads to set goals
Guide technical architecture decisions for adjacent software systems
Establish monitoring systems that support debuggability and observability
Drive adoption of engineering best practices within and across teams
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree with 10 or more years of experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, computational biology or engineering, OR Master’s degree with 6 years of experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, computational biology or engineering, OR PhD with 4 or more years of experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, computational biology, or engineering.
Preferred Qualifications
2 or more years of experience leading technical projects
2 or more years of experience in system architecture and design using BWA, GATK, Deep variance, Dragen, Nextflow, Python, SKLearn, SciPy, PyTORCH, CI/CID, or GitHub Actions
Additional Job Standards
Understanding of regulatory requirements in bioinformatics including regulatory compliance and documentation requirements
Track record of identifying principled, robust, high-quality solutions to open-ended problems
Understanding of bioinformatics algorithms and underlying statistical and probabilistic techniques
Understanding of molecular biology underlying one or more products
Strong background in selecting appropriate datasets void of assumptions and biases
Project leadership abilities for complex issues requiring evaluation of variable factors
Excellence in determining methods and processes on new assignments
Strategic thinking in selecting methods, evaluating, and adapting complex techniques
Stakeholder management expertise across scientific and engineering boundaries
Advanced communication skills for persuading diverse stakeholders while delivering wider firm business messages
At Labcorp, You Can Expect The Following
Innovative Environment: Join a leading healthcare organization committed to driving innovation through internal development to help improve health and improve lives. You participate in cutting edge projects that change the course of our industry on a daily basis.
Collaborative Culture: Work in a dynamic, inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters collaboration.
Application window open through: 09/28/2026
Pay Range: $140k - $160k annually (USD)
All job offers will be based on a candidate’s skills and prior relevant experience, applicable degrees/certifications, as well as internal equity and market data. The position is also eligible for an annual bonus under the Labcorp Bonus Plan. Bonuses are payable based on corporate and/or business segment performance and are subject to individual performance modifiers.
Benefits: Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO. For more detailed information, please click here.
Labcorp Is Proud To Be An Equal Opportunity Employer
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