Assoc Principal Bioinformatics Scientist

Illumina•San Diego, CA

About The Position

Designs, models, and develops data management systems that integrate laboratory, operation and research data. Designs, builds, improves and maintains high performance and highly scalable data pipelines. Oversees transition of data pipelines to production and commercial settings; develops technology choices and practices that support pipeline maturation. Researches and assesses the viability of new data management and processing technologies. Changes to individual responsibilities may occur due to business needs and other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Typically requires a minimum of 15 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 12 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD with 8 years of experience; or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

Applies advanced subject matter expertise and extensive knowledge of theories, practices, and design matters to lead the application of existing principles and guide the development of new ideas.
Provides, guides, and uses professional concepts to resolve critical issues.
Works on highly complex assignments that address future concepts where problem solving requires conceptual thinking and an evaluation of enigmatic components.
Accountable for results which may impact multiple functions.
Enhances formal networks with key decision makers and recognized as a thought leader to several diverse stakeholders.
Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to critical assignments.
Mentors others and effectively leads team activities.
Exercises wide latitude in determining objectives and approaches to complex assignments.
Solutions are devised based on limited information and requires judgment.