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Bioinformatics PhDs

Weekday AI • NZ
6 days ago
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Job description

This role is for one of our clients

We are collaborating with leading AI research initiatives focused on applying artificial intelligence to complex scientific challenges in bioinformatics . The goal of this project is to build an advanced benchmark to evaluate AI model performance in executing complete bioinformatics workflows — from raw sequencing data to meaningful analysis, guided by natural language prompts.

This work requires a combination of bioinformatics expertise , tool proficiency , and strong scientific reasoning . Researchers will help design benchmark tasks grounded in real-world, peer-reviewed scientific data.

Requirements

Why You’re a Great Fit

You are an ideal candidate if you :

  • Are a current graduate student (M.S. or Ph.D.) , Postdoctoral Fellow , or Research Scientist in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics , or a closely related quantitative discipline.
  • Have hands-on experience using bioinformatics command-line tools .
  • Possess exceptional attention to detail , analytical rigor , and problem-solving skills .
  • Communicate clearly and effectively in both written and verbal forms.

Role Highlights

  • Flexible workload : 10–20 hours per week, with the potential to scale up to 40 hours.
  • Fully remote and asynchronous work schedule.
  • Short-term engagement : Initial commitment of 1–2 months, with opportunities for extension based on project needs.
  • Interview process : A brief 15-minute discussion precedes selection, with decisions typically finalized within four days of assessment completion.
  • Eligibility : Applicants must be based in the U.S., UK, Canada, Australia, or New Zealand .
  • Compensation and Legal Details

  • Type : Hourly contract position
  • Payment : Weekly via Stripe Connect
  • Classification : Independent contractor
  • This is an opportunity to contribute directly to cutting-edge research at the intersection of AI and bioinformatics , shaping the next generation of intelligent scientific systems.

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