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Job Description R&D Partners is seeking to hire a Bioinformatics Analyst in South San Francisco, CA. Your main responsibilities as a Bioinformatics Analyst: · Pipeline Implementation: Set up and maintain scalable bioinformatics pipelines for Oxford Nanopore (ONT) long-read WGS and methylation data. · Data Operations: Execute workflows for data processing and interpretation. · Manage the intake of raw sequencing and methylation data, perform QC checks at multiple stages, and flag anomalies in preliminary results. · Documentation: Maintain clear documentation of pipeline runs, QC metrics, and code updates via git. · Operational Collaboration: Serve as the technical point of contact for data tasks, coordinating data transfers and status updates with global collaborators, including attending meetings with Africa-based teams (East Africa Time Zone). What we are looking for in a Bioinformatics Analyst: · Masters or undergraduate degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field, with 2+ years of direct, hands-on experience in bioinformatics. · Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python and shell scripting (Bash). · Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) or cloud environments (AWS). · Bioinformatics Experience: Hands-on experience building and running Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) bioinformatics pipelines (e.g., Nextflow, Snakemake) and direct experience working with human Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) data on Oxford Nanopore (ONT), including basecalling, structural variants, or methylation. · Competency with git for code and documentation tracking. Why Choose R&D Partners? As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including: • Medical insurance – PPO, HMO &, • Dental & Vision insurance, • 401k plan, • Employee Assistance Program, • Long-term disability, • Weekly payroll, • Expense reimbursement, • Online timecard approval Pay Scale: $52,832 – $115,093 Dependent on Experience) R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies. R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer. Company DescriptionR&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL. The cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team. Our life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.R&D Partners is a national staffing firm focused in the areas of: Scientific, Clinical Research and Engineering. Our team offers well over 200 years of combined staffing experience providing consulting, direct hire & outsourcing solutions with our west coast offices in San Francisco, Redwood City and San Diego, CA and our east coast offices located in Harrisburg, PA and Tampa, FL.\n\nThe cornerstone of our success: a knowledgeable and experienced recruiting team.\n\nOur life sciences recruiters, clinical research recruiters and engineering recruiters are uniquely specialized. After a detailed assessment of our clients’ needs, we can then identify appropriate candidates utilizing our established network of professionals. R&D Partners takes a proactive approach to recruiting, establishing relationships with experienced passive candidates so when the time is right, we can combine our candidates’ talents with our clients’ opportunities.

Job Description About the job Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Position: Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics Professional Type: Freelance Compensation: $70–$90/hour Duration: 1–2 months Commitment: 15–25 hours/week, with flexibility up to 80 hours/week Role Responsibilities • Identify and analyze high-impact research papers in Physics, Chemistry, Math, or Science for novel, code-implementable methods., • Break down high-level scientific problems into logical, independently testable subproblems., • Develop "Gold Standard" Python solutions for subproblems and create corresponding unit tests., • Review peer prompts, golden solutions, and unit tests for accuracy and comprehensiveness., • Collaborate with AI research teams to improve model outputs and elevate training data quality. Must-Have • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Biochemistry, or related Computational Sciences., • Strong experience in Python and scientific computing libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, Matplotlib, JAX)., • Ability to translate academic research into structured problem statements., • Proficiency with Git and branch management., • Upload resume, • AI interview: 3 short, 15-minute conversational sessions

Job DescriptionDirect Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm in its search for an IP Litigation Associate to join its thriving Intellectual Property Litigation Practice. Positions are available in the following offices: Austin, Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, and Washington D.C. Position: Associate – IP Litigation Location: Austin, Boston, Chicago, New York, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Washington D.C. Practice: IP Litigation Experience Level: Minimum of 3 years Compensation: Cravath Scale About the Role: The firm’s Litigation & Trial Department is seeking a skilled and highly qualified associate with at least 3 years of patent litigation experience to support its rapidly growing Intellectual Property Litigation practice. The team handles high-profile, cutting-edge disputes for some of the world’s most innovative companies. Key Qualifications: • J.D. from a top law school, • Minimum 3 years of experience in patent litigation, • Undergraduate and/or advanced degree in a technical field such as engineering, computer science, chemistry, biology, or physics, • Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills, • Admission to practice in the jurisdiction of the office, or ability to become admitted

Job DescriptionAbout Mithrl We envision a world where novel drugs and therapies reach patients in months, not years, accelerating breakthroughs that save lives. Mithrl is building the world’s first commercially available AI Co-Scientist—a discovery engine that empowers life science teams to go from messy biological data to novel insights in minutes. Scientists ask questions in natural language, and Mithrl answers with real analysis, novel targets, and patent-ready reports. Our traction speaks for itself: * 12X year-over-year revenue growth * Trusted by leading biotechs and big pharma across three continents * Driving real breakthroughs from target discovery to patient outcomes. Why This Role Matters We’ve built something scientists love. Now we need the world to know. As an Account Executive, you’ll own the customer journey from demo through deal close. You will engage directly with biotech and pharma prospects, showcase how our product solves scientific and operational challenges, and guide them through evaluation, negotiation, and signing. Your focus is on advancing qualified opportunities to successful partnerships, not on lead generation or cold outreach. You’ll work closely with the founders, product, and GTM teams to scale revenue, boost visibility, and support everything from demo to deal flow. This is a high-ownership role with room to shape the brand, grow a team, and accelerate into a Head of Sales track as the company scales. What You'll Do * Take ownership of qualified opportunities handed off from SDRs, marketing, or inbound channels. * Conduct tailored product demos that highlight value for life sciences R&D and decision-makers. * Manage all stages of the evaluation process including discovery, technical validation, procurement, and legal/contract discussions. * Partner closely with our scientific and customer success teams to ensure prospects see the full scientific and business value of the platform. * Develop relationships with both technical and business stakeholders, from bench scientists to executives. * Drive opportunities to close, consistently achieving or exceeding quarterly/annual revenue targets. * Maintain accurate pipeline management and forecasting in the CRM. * Provide customer feedback to help refine product and positioning. What We're Looking For * 3+ years of closing experience in SaaS or scientific software, with at least 1–2 years selling into biotech, pharma, or life sciences organizations. * Proven track record of success running the full sales cycle from demo to close. * Familiarity with scientific workflows (omics, bioinformatics, computational biology, or drug discovery) and ability to communicate credibly with technical audiences. * Strong presentation, negotiation, and closing skills. * Experience navigating procurement and legal processes in life sciences or enterprise contexts. * High attention to detail and ability to operate in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. * **Curiosity, persistence, and a drive to understand how things work * **High energy, strong work ethic, and a track record of getting things done * **Discipline Wins: At Mithrl, the social currency is hard work and consistency. The problems we’re solving are complex and take time to bear fruit. We value teammates who show up every day, work with focus, and bring long-term discipline to their craft Preferred * Background in life sciences (education or prior industry role). * Experience selling AI/ML or data platforms to R&D teams. * Existing network in biotech/pharma. What You’ll Love * Ownership: The customer voice and the motion—you’ll build it * Impact: Help the world’s best scientists discover drugs faster and change lives * Speed: Our deals close fast, our product ships fast, and our growth is real * Team: Work alongside world-class AI scientists, engineers, and biotech experts * Culture: Smart, humble, fast-moving people. No red tape, no fluff * Location: Beautiful SF office, in-person team * Benefits: Comprehensive PPO health coverage through Anthem (medical, dental, vision) + 401(k) with top-tier plans Compensation Range: $150K - $300K

Job DescriptionE11 Bio is a Focused Research Organization (FRO) with a long-term mission to make connectomics scalable and cost-effective for mammalian brains – first for mice and eventually for humans. We have recently developed PRISM, a platform technology for low cost optical connectomics. PRISM integrates advances in genetic cell barcoding, multiplexed expansion microscopy, and machine-learning based -based spatial reconstruction to solve key bottlenecks in data acquisition and analysis. PRISM will reduce the cost of connectomics 100-fold and thereby transform neuroscience, treatments for brain disorders, and neuro-inspired computing. E11 Bio is seeking a mission-aligned experimental scientist who is equally comfortable at the bench, the microscope, and with quantitative data analysis. This role is responsible for sample preparation end-to-end for high-quality connectomics, combining hands-on experimental work with quantitative image-based QC to diagnose failure modes and iteratively improve protocols. You will collaborate closely with molecular biology, imaging, and computational teams to ensure we consistently prepare high quality specimens and brain tissue to support our ambitious scaling goals towards whole-brain connectomics.Core Responsibilities • Ensure consistent end-to-end quality across our in vivo sample preparation pipeline. Collaborate with technicians, including viral delivery and animal perfusion, tissue processing, and overall readiness for imaging and molecular readouts, • Perform and troubleshoot stereotaxic injections and perfusions as needed to optimize our in vivo sample preparation pipeline and guide protocol improvements, • Routinely evaluate injection and perfusion outcomes (viral labeling, tissue quality, use for downstream work) through microscopy and image analysis, • Define, implement, and maintain sample quality rubrics (e.g. labeling density, barcode density) and ensure samples are scored consistently over time, • Develop and maintain image-based workflows to generate quantitative QC metrics based on partnership and feedback with wet lab and computational staff, • Design and perform experiments to improve sample quality when it is limiting for downstream applications, • Extend quality assessment to RNA integrity and molecular preservationRequired Qualifications, • Ph.D. in neuroscience, biology, bioengineering, or a related life-science or engineering field, or Ph.D.-equivalent working record, • 3–5 years of relevant research experience with a strong track record of end-to-end experimental ownership, • Demonstrated hands-on experience with in vivo sample preparation, including stereotaxic injections, perfusions, and tissue handling, • Experience acquiring and working with confocal and widefield microscopy data, • Experience developing or maintaining fit-for-purpose image-analysis workflows (e.g. Python scripts, Fiji macros, or equivalent) to support experimental iteration, • Strong organizational, documentation, and record-keeping practices and strong attention to reproducibility, • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, particularly across wet-lab, imaging, and computational teamsPreferred Qualifications, • Experience designing or applying quality control rubrics or scoring systems for biological samples or imaging data, • Familiarity with image-analysis pipelines for cell counting, morphology, spatial distributions, or intensity-based metrics, • Experience working in highly iterative or startup-like research environments and in work where roles span multiple technical domainsWe offer, • An opportunity to help change the world and work with a world-class interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers on a field-defining moonshot, • Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance through a PPO plan; parental leave., • Generous time off + paid holidays., • 401K matching up to 6% of base salary, • Ample healthy and energizing food including daily lunches.

Job Description We are sharing a specialised remote opportunity for Bilingual Spanish STEM Experts with backgrounds in Physics, Biology, or Chemistry. This role supports a leading AI research lab by helping design and evaluate complex STEM reasoning tasks used to train advanced AI models. Experts will create and evaluate bilingual prompts in Spanish and English, ensuring scientific accuracy while maintaining clear and natural Spanish phrasing aligned with academic conventions used in Spain, Mexico, Chile, or Spanish-speaking communities in the United States. Key Responsibilities Design and develop STEM reasoning prompts in Spanish and English Create complex scientific questions with structured constraints and clear instructions Establish evaluation standards and detailed grading rubrics for STEM responses Evaluate AI-generated outputs for scientific accuracy and reasoning quality Compare Spanish and English responses where needed Support benchmarking and quality assurance for Spanish-language AI evaluation tasks Ideal Profile Strong candidates may have: Native-level written fluency in Spanish (Spain, Mexico, Chile, or Spanish-speaking U.S.) Strong English reading and writing proficiency Bachelors degree in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, or related STEM fields Familiarity with undergraduate-level STEM topics Strong analytical writing and critical thinking skills Ability to work independently and meet deadlines Preferred qualifications: 2+ years of experience in teaching, research, or applied STEM disciplines Familiarity with Spanish-language STEM academic standards or curricula Why This Opportunity Contribute expertise to frontier AI research in STEM reasoning Help improve how AI systems understand scientific concepts and problem-solving Work on bilingual scientific tasks involving Spanish and English Flexible remote work with competitive compensation Contract Details Independent contractor role Fully remote with flexible scheduling Expected commitment: minimum 20 hours per week Project duration: approximately 3–6 months Weekly payments via Stripe or Wise Projects may be extended depending on performance and project needs About the Platform This opportunity is available through a leading AI-driven work platform.

Job Description As a (Senior) Software Engineer at Mirvie, you will be instrumental in developing and scaling the critical systems that support Mirvie’s commercial and clinical operations, with a strong focus on healthcare system integration. You will leverage your experience in the healthcare domain to build secure, efficient, and scalable software solutions that manage our customer journey. Your work will directly enable the clinical delivery and adoption of Mirvie’s life-changing, pregnancy health tests. Position: Software Engineer/Sr. Software Engineer Location: South San Francisco, CA 94080 (Hybrid) Job Type: Full-time FLSA Status: Exempt Reporting To: Vice President of Research and Development Roles and Responsibilities • Design, develop, and maintain an AWS-hosted Django web application which facilitates many of Mirvie’s operations., • Design, develop, and maintain robust integration solutions with major Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems (e.g., Epic) and Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) platforms to support the end-to-end customer journey, from order placement to billing., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define and implement the next generation of Mirvie's customer-facing software, optimizing user experience and operational efficiency., • Ensure all software development and deployment adheres to healthcare compliance standards (e.g., HIPAA, GxP)., • Embrace and integrate AI-powered coding assistants into the development workflow, with a primary focus on architectural design, thorough code review, and ensuring the high-quality, security, and scalability of generated output., • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics or a similar technical field., • 2+ years designing, developing, testing, and maintaining production software., • Demonstrated ability to show past work via GitHub profile or project portfolio, please include in the cover letter., • Experience in relational database design., • Working knowledge of Oauth2 and API key management., • Experience integrating systems with third parties via REST API and webhooks., • Experience building software solutions within the healthcare industry (e.g., Clinical Diagnostics, HealthTech) preferred., • Experience with integrations to EHR systems, particularly Epic (via FHIR, HL7, or proprietary APIs) and/or RCM tools is preferred., • Excellent knowledge of Python, Django and Terraform/OpenTofu., • Experience in architecting and delivering secure, scalable cloud-based software solutions on AWS/GCP/Azure (AWS preferred)., • Demonstrated familiarity with modern AI coding tools, emphasizing system design, prompt engineering, and a rigorous review process for automated code generation., • Experience with writing and executing test protocols in a regulated environment is preferred., • Strong professional written and verbal communication skills., • Must be eligible to work in the USA (we will not sponsor a visa). Preferred Qualifications • Passion for designing and building practical, high-quality software solutions that impact patient care., • Interest in human biology and genetics. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • Remain in a stationary position (seated or standing) for prolonged periods of time, typically at a desk, working on a computer., • Use close vision to read fine code, technical documents, and monitor screens, as well as peripheral vision and the ability to adjust focus., • Must be able to operate a keyboard and mouse, and dual monitors, or utilize equivalent assistive technology, to produce code and documentation., • Must be able to communicate effectively with teammates in person, via video conferencing and chat platforms. Base Pay Range: $148k - $175k per year Note: This salary range represents a good-faith estimate of the range for this position in California at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors permitted by law. The Company has a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits and lunch, as well as stock options. Relocation benefits are not available for this job posting. Equal Employment Opportunity & Fair Chance Mirvie is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. We consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act and local ordinances. Company Overview Mirvie is shaping the future of pregnancy health by enabling proactive, personalized, and preventive pregnancy care for the well-being of millions of moms and babies. Complications such as preterm birth and preeclampsia affect 1 in 5 pregnancies, with large economic costs and lifelong health consequences for mom and baby. Our proprietary Mirvie RNA platform is the first to predict unexpected complications months before symptoms appear by revealing the underlying biology of each pregnancy. This breakthrough opens a new window into pregnancy health, allowing pregnant women, expecting parents and their doctors to act and intervene before unexpected complications become a crisis. Personalized detection of early disease also promises more equitable care than today’s use of generalized clinical factors that often result in bias. Our mission-driven team of world-class scientists and entrepreneurs have previously brought to market category-first, noninvasive tests used by millions today. The company is headquartered in South San Francisco, California. For more information, please go to the company’s website at .

The Molecular & Cell Biology Department at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Project Scientist in the Nicole King Lab, in the area of Evolutionary Cell Biology, Molecular & Cell Biology. Assistant/Associate Project Scientist Evolutionary Cell Bi

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The Department of Metabolic Biology & Nutrition (MBN) at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a Program Coordinator (Academic Coordinator I/Lecturer) for the Master of Nutritional Sciences & Dietetics (MNSD) program. Program Coordinator - Department of Metabolic Biology and

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Remote contract for PhDs in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or related fields. Help fine-tune large language models (like ChatGPT) using your biology knowledge. Design advanced biology questions to test AI performance.

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The Department of Plant and Microbial Biology in the Rausser College of Natural Resources at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary lecturers to teach courses in the area of plant and microbial biology should an opening arise. We are seeking out

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A leading biotech startup in California seeks a Senior Associate Scientist/Scientist specializing in Immunology and Cell Biology.

A leading technology company in San Francisco is seeking a research scientist focused on cell biology.

Reporting directly to the Head of Product & Engineering, and working closely with Verge’s leadership and technical teams, the Principal/Director, Computational Biology will be responsible for leading the company's Computational Biology work, aiming to deliver high-value insights to biopharma partn

Invent cutting‑edge algorithms at the intersection of computation and biology to model unexplored biological mechanisms. Desire to continuously push beyond traditional methodologies to develop novel computational algorithms and approaches for biology. We're looking for a computational biologist wh

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A cutting-edge research organization in San Francisco is seeking a scientifically grounded individual to develop benchmarks and training datasets for AI systems in biology. The role requires graduate-level expertise in biology or a related field, and knowledge in machine learning, particularly deep

The Department of Integrative Biology (IB) at UC Berkeley invites applications for a pool of non-tenure track Lecturer positions to teach Integrative Biology courses and General Biology (BIO 1B) courses as need arises. For General Biology (BIO 1B) Lab Courses: The laboratory class currently covers t

Specialist in Structural Biology. The successful incumbent will work as a structural biology specialist focused on deciphering the structural basis for neurodegenerative diseases, including Alzheimer's disease (AD), frontotemporal dementia (FTD), multiple system atrophy (MSA) and Parkinson's disease

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The Molecular & Cell Biology Department at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Project Scientist in the Nicole King Lab, in the area of Evolutionary Cell Biology, Molecular & Cell Biology. PhD in cell biology, developmental biology. Demonstrated ex