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Bioinformatics Researcher (PhD-Level)
Bioinformatics Researcher (PhD-Level)Medcruit • WorkFromHome, Wellington, New Zealand
Bioinformatics Researcher (PhD-Level)

Bioinformatics Researcher (PhD-Level)

Medcruit • WorkFromHome, Wellington, New Zealand
14 days ago
Job description

Join to apply for the Bioinformatics Researcher (PhD-Level) role at Medcruit .

This range is provided by Medcruit. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$115,200.00 / yr - $172,800.00 / yr

Mission and Vision

  • Mission : To revolutionize HealthTech recruitment by creating a borderless ecosystem that connects exceptional talent with organizations driving medical innovation.
  • Vision : A world where breakthroughs in medicine and technology are never delayed by talent gaps—where recruitment fuels progress, not friction.

What Sets Medcruit Apart

  • AI-driven matchmaking for precision talent alignment
  • Smart connection technology that streamlines hiring across geographies
  • Exclusive focus on HealthTech, including digital health, medical devices, biotech, and data-driven care
  • Dual-sided platform serving both employers and candidates with tailored experiences
  • Strategic Positioning

    Medcruit operates at the intersection of healthcare and technology, supporting roles from executive leadership to technical specialists. It partners with startups, scale-ups, and global enterprises to deliver talent that’s not only qualified—but mission-aligned.

    The Role

    Bioinformatics Researcher (PhD-Level)

    Contract Type : Hourly (Remote)

    Compensation : $60–$90 per hour

    Location Eligibility : U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand

    About The Role

    This opportunity involves collaborating with leading AI research labs to tackle complex scientific challenges in bioinformatics. The project focuses on building a benchmark to evaluate AI models' capabilities in designing and executing advanced bioinformatics workflows—starting from raw sequencing data and a natural language prompt.

    Researchers will contribute by creating benchmark tasks based on real-world, published scientific datasets. The work demands a strong command of bioinformatics tools, deep biological expertise, and rigorous scientific reasoning.

    Candidate selection includes a brief 15-minute interview, with decisions typically made within four days of assessment completion.

    Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Currently pursuing or holding an advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D., Postdoctoral Fellow, or equivalent) in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or a related quantitative discipline
  • Proficient in bioinformatics command-line tools
  • Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
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    Role Highlights

  • Flexible workload : 10–20 hours per week, with potential to scale up to 40 hours
  • Fully remote and asynchronous work environment
  • Initial contract duration : 1–2 months, with extension opportunities
  • Contract Terms

  • Classified as an independent hourly contractor
  • Weekly payments processed via Stripe Connect
  • About The Organization

    This fast-growing platform connects elite scientific talent with top-tier AI research labs. Backed by prominent investors and headquartered in San Francisco, the organization is advancing the frontier of AI-driven scientific discovery.

    Equal Opportunity Statement

    All qualified applicants are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

    Ready to Apply?

    Use your expertise to shape the future of AI in bioinformatics. Apply now to join a cutting-edge initiative at the intersection of science and technology.

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