[Remote] Bioinformatics Analyst III

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. The Fountain Group is seeking a Bioinformatics Analyst III to work fully remote. The successful candidate will support cross-project data science efforts, contributing to the development of predictive frameworks and integrating large-scale omics data for drug target assessment.ResponsibilitiesSupport perturbation analyses to rank promising drug targets and drug combinations for efficacy predictionContribute to the development of combination signature estimation approaches and ranking frameworksIngest, clean, and preprocess multi-modal datasets to enable downstream analysis and modelingApply AI/ML methods where appropriate, including the use of large language models to accelerate analysis, coding, and workflow developmentDemonstrate understanding of model development principles, including training, testing, and cross-validation, and help select appropriate models for specific problem typesCollaborate with scientific and technical teams to translate biological questions into computational solutions, execute and troubleshoot analyses, and communicate findings clearly and reproduciblySkillsMaster's with strong experience or PhD/fresh PhD acceptableMust be very hands-on technically — this role involves heavy coding day-to-dayStrong proficiency in both R and Python requiredMust have experience working in HPC or cloud environments for parallel computingMust have experience processing and analyzing omics data (any type acceptable): RNA-seq, scRNA-seq, CRISPR screens, proteomics, imaging, other multi-omics datasetsAbility to extract biological insight from omics data and translate scientific questions into computational analysesStrong statistics foundation including regression, modeling concepts, interpretation, and visualizationFamiliarity with AI/ML concepts and LLM-assisted workflows/tools (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.)MS degree with 5+ years of experience or PhD with 0+ years of experience in a quantitative field such as Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Computational Genetics, Biostatistics, AI/ML, or a related discipline with strong computational trainingProficiency in R or Python and standard statistics/ML librariesExperience working in HPC or cloud environments for parallel computingDomain knowledge in bioinformatics, computational biology, or related omics-driven data scienceStrong attention to detail, documentation, and communication skillsAbility to independently execute ideas and research solutions within project scopeExperience processing and analyzing RNA-seq, imaging data, CRISPR screens, or other similar NGS/genomic dataProficient in statistical and programming languages such as R and Python, with ability to perform parallel computing using HPCExperience writing custom functions in R or Python to statistically interrogate and visualize omics dataDemonstrated ability to execute custom computational analysis plans leveraging Client algorithms, relevant databases, and AI/ML approaches where appropriateFamiliarity with machine learning fundamentals, including model selection, training, testing, and cross-validationExperience using LLM-based tools or coding assistants to support analysis, coding, and workflow developmentCRISPR perturbation analysisDrug target ranking/prioritization workSpatial or multiplexed omicsAI/ML model development experienceData visualization for scientific/non-technical audiencesExperience with target valuation or indication strategy work in oncology or related disease areasCompany OverviewThe Fountain Group is a staffing firm that specializes in rendering contingent workforce solutions to various industries. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is https://thefountaingroup.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipThe Fountain Group has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 9 in 2026, 50 in 2025, 33 in 2024, 21 in 2023, 42 in 2022, 41 in 2021, 14 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.