Bioinformatician/data scientist

Nelson Scientific Labs seeks a bioinformatician/data scientist with a strong background in biological sciences to support
big data analyses using statistical and bioinformatics approaches, prediction model-building in compliance with FDA
biomarker qualification guidelines for our federally funded biomedical research projects. The successful candidate holds a
Master’s degree in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, computer science, or closely related discipline.
The successful candidate also brings a sincere desire to learn, adapt to new challenges, and develop novel approaches to
harmonizing multiple large datasets used in medical device research and development. This position requires the
incumbent have the ability to work independently or as part of a multi- disciplinary team as well as a solid programming
and analytical skill set, which includes competencies in R, Python, and database applications. Previous experience with
analysis of multi-omics data including metabolomics, lipidomics, proteomics, and/or transcriptomics is highly desirable.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
 Develop and maintain an integrated, R/Python-based analytical pipeline based around instrument manufacturers’
software and/or from publicly available resources, and/or de novo, for processing raw data (peak alignment,
background subtraction, feature extraction, selection of statistically significant features);
 Conduct and develop detailed reports on advanced and innovative multi-omics data analyses to support
biomarker discovery, confirmation, and validation;
 Use of pathway databases such as METLIN Gen2 and KEGG pathway and compound to test hypotheses, identify
features of interest, and build molecular mechanisms underlying phenotypes under investigation;
 Implement machine learning and AI tools for the analysis and integration of multi-omics data including
transcriptomics, proteomics and miRNA data sets;
 Develop documentation for FDA reporting
Required Qualifications Experience:
 MS from an accredited program in bioinformatics, biostatistics, or another closely related field.
 Experience with analyzing multi-dimensional omics data
 Experience with R/BioConductor
 Familiarity with FDA in vitro diagnostic device software regulatory guidelines
 Demonstrated track-record of supporting data science research
 Strong written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications Experience:
 Grant- and/or contract-writing participation at the state and federal levels
 Experience in building and maintaining databases and statistical analysis plans and workflows
Working at Nelson:
The long-term mission of Nelson Scientific Labs. LLC is to leverage state of the art molecular phenotyping technologies
for biomarker development to facilitate personalized medicine approaches. The new NIH award focuses on multi-omics-
based biomarker device development for prediction of radiation induced heart dysfunction.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Work Location: Potomac, MD (on-site)
Eligibility: The candidate should be a Permanent Resident or Citizen of the United States of America. Nelson is
committed to diversity, equity, inclusion in the workplace. Candidates from underrepresented groups in biomedical
research are encouraged to apply.
Ability to relocate: Willingness to relocate before start (if required)
Travel: This position may involve occasional travel up to 5%
Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to info@nelsonscilabs.com
Nelson Scientific Labs. LLC is e-verified and an equal opportunity employer.