Quest Diagnostics

Lead Bioinformatics Engineer

Quest Diagnostics$155K — $175K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS with 7+ years, MS with 4+ years, or PhD with 3+ years in clinical and biological data and bioinformatics
  • 5+ years experience in a regulated life sciences environment
  • 4+ years of professional software development or technical engineering experience

Responsibilities

  • Lead technical design and delivery of diagnostic tests and services projects
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create operational solutions
  • Design system architecture and data flow for bioinformatics
  • Ensure compliance with security and clinical policies
  • Select technology platforms for diagnostics
  • Oversee testing and validation activities for diagnostic tests
  • Manage risk and report on project progress

Benefits

  • Day 1 medical, dental & vision coverage for full-time employees
  • Comprehensive wellness programs
  • No-cost annual health assessment program
  • Mental health support programs
  • Generous vacation and health-related time off
  • Six holidays plus one additional 'MyDay' off
  • 401(k) with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Life and disability insurance options
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Incentive plans and education assistance
  • Career advancement resources
  • Matching gifts program
Full Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION

Pay Range: $155,000.00 - $175,000.00 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

 

Benefits Information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

· Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

· Best-in-class well-being programs

· Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®

· healthyMINDS mental health program

· Vacation and Health/Flex Time

· 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off

· FinFit financial coaching and services

· 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

· Employee stock purchase plan

· Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option

· Flexible Spending Accounts

· Annual incentive plans

· Matching gifts program

· Education assistance through MyQuest for Education

· Career advancement opportunities

· and so much more!

 

This position is in our Bioinformatics Solutions Engineering group, part of the Research and Development organization, in Molecular Genomics & Oncology unit. The team supports genetic/genomic testing in a highly regulated CAP/CLIA laboratory environment primarily using short and long-read sequencing as the basis of evidence. The right candidate will know how to balance innovation, standards, and quality with a practical understanding of when each is appropriate. The Bioinformatics Solutions Engineering group is a cross-functional unit focusing on end-to-end design, develop, document, validation and launching of new high quality diagnostic tests and services for the benefit our patients.

This professional will work in a remote capacity. Preference is given to candidates near the following facilities:

Marlborough, MA

Addison, TX

Secaucus, NJ


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Lead technical design, implementation and delivery of projects aiming to launch new diagnostic tests and services. Act as technical owner for your project, being responsible for the end-to-end solution from technical side.
  • Work with cross-functional partners from business, operations, IT, R&D lab, geneticists, medical directors, and other bioinformatics stakeholders to create solutions that meet business and operational requirements.
  • Lead solution architecture and interface design including system architecture for bioinformatics and detailed data flow mapping.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance of the solution with internal and external IT security and clinical policies and processes.
  • Work with bioinformatics domain leaders to select appropriate technology platforms for each step in the diagnostic process.
  • Oversee end-to-end testing and diagnostic test validation activities with the project team.
  • Lead the technical documentation and plan and execute handover to operations to ensure effective launch and operation of the solution.
  • Work with project management and report on progress, analyze risks and escalate issues to ensure accurate project management.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS
  • BS with 7+ years of experience, MS with 4+ years of experience, or PhD with 3+ years of experience in an industrial or academic setting working with clinical and biological data or equivalent and underlying technologies including bioinformatic methods, database development, query/scripting/programming languages, cloud development, agile methodology, DevOps and other data analysis tools.
  • At least 5 years of experience working in a regulated industrial life sciences environment.
  • At least 4 years of professional software development or technical engineering experience

Preferred Work experience and Skills:

  • Thorough understanding of end-to-end diagnostic process including ordering, wet lab, dry lab, result interpretation and result and data delivery.
  • Experience with solution design, system architecture, solution architecture, data flow modeling.
  • Experience in leading technical design and implementation of complex projects.
  • Experience with sequencing data analysis, bioinformatics, variant data analysis.
  • Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and workflow managers for sequencing data analysis and quality control.
  • Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases.
  • Experience with designing and working with application programming interfaces (e.g. JSON based RESTful APIs).
  • Experience with designing and implementing solutions in the cloud. AWS experience is preferred.
  • Experience of working in clinical diagnostics setting (regulations, controlled processes, diagnostic test validation, environment management).
  • Solid understanding of human genetics and oncology in diagnostic setting.
  • Solid understanding of web lab process for DNA sequencing and working with or developing LIMS systems.
  • Infrastructure management: Terraform, AWS CDK.
  • Architecture design: Microsoft Visio, DrawIO, similar for crafting architecture diagrams.
  • Programming Languages: Python, javascript/typescript, R, etc.
  • Containerizing: Docker
  • Web Frameworks: Python Flask, React Native, Bootstrap
  • Reporting: R Markdown, Jupyter Notebook
  • Visualization: Experience with any of ggplot2/tidyverse, Plotly, matplot lib, Tableau, d3.js
  • Source Control: Git
  • CI/CD: Gitlab CI/CD, Github CI/CD

Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree Required
  • Master’s Degree or PhD Preferred

About Quest Diagnostics

Celera is a healthcare business that uses knowledge of human variability to provide new tests and services to personalize disease management. Their Products business develops and manufactures molecular diagnostic products that are used by hospitals and other clinical laboratories to detect, characterize, monitor and select treatment for disease. They have a distribution agreement with Abbott, through which they develop and commercialize a wide range of molecular diagnostic products, with Abbott serving as the distribution partner.

Quest Diagnostics Careers

Joining Quest Diagnostics means becoming part of a team committed to everyday excellence and innovation in health. As a leading provider of diagnostic insights, Quest Diagnostics offers unparalleled job opportunities in the medical and scientific sectors, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking growth and development in their careers.

Work You’ll Do

At Quest Diagnostics, you will contribute to a culture that values integrity and accountability, where your work significantly impacts patient health and community well-being. Our diverse team of professionals leverages cutting-edge technology and data to lead advancements in diagnostics and healthcare solutions.

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Join a team where innovation is at the heart of what we do. At Quest Diagnostics, your skills in science, technology, and beyond can help drive transformation in healthcare services. Our collaborative environment encourages creativity and out-of-the-box thinking to improve patient outcomes and streamline processes.

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Start your career path with Quest Diagnostics through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We are committed to hiring talented individuals who are passionate about building a rewarding career in healthcare. Our internships provide a solid foundation in industry-specific skills and networking opportunities, setting the stage for a successful career.

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Quest Diagnostics is dedicated to fostering a workplace where diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. From competitive benefits and wellness programs to diversity training and flexible work arrangements, we ensure our employees have what they need to succeed both professionally and personally.

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Learn more about Quest Diagnostics
Size
40,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.8 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.4 billion
Founded
1959
5 Year Trend
+7.5%
Revenue
$9.4 billion
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