South San Francisco, California, USA
15 days ago
Head of Bioinformatics and Data Science

At Veracyte, we offer exciting career opportunities for those interested in joining a pioneering team that is committed to transforming cancer care for patients across the globe. Working at Veracyte – whether it be in one of our labs, corporate offices, the field – enables our employees to not only make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients, but to also learn and grow within a results-driven environment that values innovation, collaboration, and compassion.

 

The Position:

We are seeking an innovative and experienced leader to head our Data Sciences department which is primarily focused on leading Veracyte’s bioinformatics, biostatistics, and data science teams for the discovery, development, and delivery of complex genomic clinical tests. Veracyte’s goal is to transform cancer care for patients all over the world. Having served almost half a million patients through clinical testing, Veracyte will continue to develop genomic-based clinical tests that improve patient outcomes. This position is a critical member of R&D leadership and participates in strategy setting, portfolio planning and execution, and operations that support R&D growth. The successful candidate will drive the development and implementation of rigorous bioinformatic and biostatistics to enhance Veracyte's diagnostic capabilities and improve patient outcomes.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the strategic direction of the Data Analysis Team (DAT department), aligning with Veracyte's overall business objectives and vision. Oversee the development and implementation of current and future genomic clinical tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Product Development, IT, Clinical Affairs, and others to discover, develop, and evolve clinical testing and support Veracyte's diagnostic platforms. Drive innovation in data analytics and bioinformatics to extract meaningful insights from complex genomic and clinical data. Lead a team of bioinformaticians, biostatisticians, and data scientists, providing strategic direction and mentorship. Support partnerships with external technology providers, academic institutions, and industry leaders to stay at the forefront of technological advancements. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards for digital health technologies. Develop and manage the departmental budget and resource allocation. Represent Veracyte at conferences, industry events, and stakeholder meetings to promote the company's technological capabilities.

 

 Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or a related field. 10+ years of experience in leadership roles within the healthcare technology or diagnostics industry. Strong understanding of genomics, molecular diagnostics, and personalized medicine. Proven track record of successfully developing clinical genomic testing with a preference for those with experience in Oncology testing. Experience with applied data science, real world evidence, and big data analytics in healthcare applications. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value propositions. Experience in managing cross-functional teams and driving collaborative projects. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary environment. Experience with regulatory submissions and compliance

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The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units. Veracyte is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Pay range$267,000—$280,000 USD

 

What We Can Offer You

Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, and are committed to fostering an inclusive workforce, where diverse backgrounds are represented, engaged, and empowered to drive innovative ideas and decisions.  We are proud to have been named a “Bay Area Top Workplace” for 11 years in a row by the Bay Area News Group and “Best Places to Work in San Diego” in 2023 by the San Diego Business Journal.

 

About Veracyte

Veracyte (Nasdaq: VCYT) is a global genomic diagnostics company that improves patient care by providing answers to clinical questions, informing diagnosis and treatment decisions throughout the patient journey in cancer and other diseases. The company’s growing menu of genomic tests leverage advances in genomic science and technology, enabling patients to avoid risky, costly diagnostic procedures and quicken time to appropriate treatment. The company’s tests in lung cancer, prostate cancer, breast cancer, thyroid cancer, bladder cancer and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis are available to patients and its lymphoma subtyping and renal cancer tests are in development. With Veracyte’s exclusive global license to a best-in-class diagnostics instrument platform, the company is positioned to deliver its tests to patients worldwide. Veracyte is based in South San Francisco, California. For more information, please visit www.veracyte.com and follow the company on X (Formerly Twitter).

Veracyte, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Veracyte participates in E-Verify in the United States. View our CCPA Disclosure Notice.

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