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Company Description

Veracyte is pioneering molecular cytology; we are dedicated to helping people avoid unnecessary invasive procedures just to get a diagnosis and to reducing healthcare costs at the same time. We use rigorous science to unlock genomic answers from tiny numbers of cells obtained through minimally invasive methods before surgery is needed. We launched our first product the Afirma® Thyroid FNA Analysis, with a genomic test at its core in record time and have already helped save thousands of patients from unnecessary surgery due to ambiguous thyroid nodule biopsy results. Our genomic test is offered by hundreds of physicians around the country, is covered by Medicare and private payers, and is clinically validated, including in a multicenter study published in the New England Journal of Medicine. The Wall Street Journal named us to its list of top-50 venture capital-funded companies in 2011, BayBio honored us with its Fast Start award in 2012, and In Vivo: The Business and Medicine Report featured us recently as a model for how to build a molecular cytology company.

The Position

We are seeking an exceptionally talented bioinformatics scientist to join our R&D team. This individual will be responsible for the analysis of complex genomics data sets, the design of experiments and statistical analyses along with communicating data and results to audiences with a wide variety of technical expertise.

In Addition You Will Bring The Following Expertise With You

The successful candidate should be motivated by the opportunity to contribute to the discovery and development of clinically vital diagnostic tests that dramatically improve patient outcomes and quality of life. S/he should be familiar with leading edge platforms and technologies and be driven to develop new bioinformatics methods. These contributions will extend from early diagnostic feasibility studies to marker identification and classifier training, through methods development and clinical feasibility studies and, ultimately, to large scale clinical validation studies. A Ph.D. in Statistics or Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or Computational Biology (or comparable demonstrated technical ability) with 5-7 years of applicable professional experience is necessary. In addition you will bring the following expertise with you

Algorithm development, machine-learning and classification

Use of R (including Bioconductor) for array and next generation sequencing data analysis and visualization

Working knowledge of multivariate statistical analysis methods including general linear models. Demonstrated experience with mixed effects models is a plus.

What We Can Offer You

Veracyte is a growing company that offers significant career opportunities if you are curious, driven, patient-oriented and aspire to help us build a great company. We work collaboratively, offering you the opportunity to constantly learn from your colleagues – even those outside of your area of expertise. Here at Veracyte, we find fun, little ways to make it a great place to work – participate in our annual Halloween costume contest, treat yourself to free Peet's coffee or the endless supply of PB&J sandwiches, and toast colleagues as we celebrate milestones. We also offer conveniences such as an on-site workout room and free shuttle service from both BART and CalTrain. We are a company with a heart and believe in positively impacting the world beyond our doors by providing our product to those who cannot afford it through a financial assistance program. Veracyte seeks the best employees and works to create an environment where they can thrive, expand their knowledge and contribute at the highest level.