Scientific Lead, Computational Biology Job at Loxo Oncology
Loxo@Lilly conducts discovery research, clinical development and regulatory affairs for oncology, with the goal of creating a pipeline of therapies that have the potential to make a meaningful difference for patients. Loxo@Lilly was created in December 2019, combining the Lilly Research Laboratories oncology organization and Loxo Oncology, which was acquired by Lilly in early 2019. The unit has team members in Louisville, CO, Indianapolis, IN, New York City, NY, South San Francisco, CA, San Diego, CA, Stamford, CT, and Madrid, Spain.
We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Computational Biologist to join our Discovery Bioinformatics group. The successful candidate will work closely with a multi-disciplinary team to rapidly advance small molecule drug development efforts. This position is expected to develop and validate data-driven hypotheses to advance transformative medicines.
Roles and Responsibilities of the Position:
- The successful candidate will work in a face-paced and highly collaborative environment to tackle important questions in oncology drug development. They will employ the latest genomics and statistical approaches to interrogate these questions. Success critically depends on an ability to effectively present complex analyses and results in a clear and concise manner to a diverse audience of scientists.
Required Qualifications and Preferred Background:
- PhD in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, or similar area of study required. Alternatively, post-graduate training in high-dimensional data analyses, supported by scientific achievements (eg., publications, patents, etc), would also be considered equivalent
- Relevant experience must be supported by scientific accomplishments such as publications, scientific presentations, patents, etc.
- Strong understanding of relevant concepts in cancer biology and molecular biology
- Hands-on experience with data analysis involving high-throughput molecular assays such as DNA/RNA-Seq, ATAC/ChIP-Seq, single-cell technologies, etc.
- Understanding of current best-practices for high-throughput genomics/molecular data analyses and their underlying statistical principles
- Experience using programming languages such as R, Python, or similar for statistical analysis
Available Locations for this role:
- South South Francisco, CA
- New York City, NY
- US Based- Remote
Loxo@Lilly currently anticipates that the base salary for this position could range from between $120,000 to $176,000 and will depend, in part, on the successful candidate’s qualifications for the role, including education and experience. This position also will be eligible for a company bonus(depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Loxo provides a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including vacation, medical, dental and vision benefits; participation in a 401(k) plan; life and accidental death and disability coverage; parental leave benefits and employee discounts for certain items. The compensation described above is subject to change and could be higher or lower than the range described above. Further, Loxo reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion.
Physical Demands / Travel:
The physical demands of this job are consistent with light office duties.
The physical demands here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Work Environment:
This position’s work environment is in an office.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of this job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the role and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Loxo@Lilly (Eli Lilly and Company) is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
As a condition of employment with Eli Lilly and Company and its subsidiaries in the United States and Puerto Rico, you must be fully COVID-19 vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination satisfactory to the company (subject to applicable law).
Loxo@Lilly (Eli Lilly and Company) is committed to help individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensure equal opportunity to compete for jobs. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process for positions at Loxo, please email loxoaccommodation@loxooncology.com
for further assistance. Please note, this email address is intended for use to request an accommodation as a part of the application process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.
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