Computational Biologist Project Lead

We are seeking an experienced Computational Biologist or Bioinformatician to lead customer-facing computational biology engagements end-to-end. The role will shape scientific and analytical strategies, translate complex business and scientific needs into executable workstreams, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable bioinformatics solutions.

The successful candidate will serve as a trusted scientific advisor to clients, partnering with Bioinformatics, Data Science, and Engineering teams to drive project success and build long-term relationships. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in computational biology and multi-omics, along with strong consulting, communication, stakeholder management, and project leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely, scalable Omics solutions (e.g. genomics, transcriptomics, single cell, proteomics). 
• Ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Interpret results, generate hypothesis and scientific insights for applications in biomarker identification, indication selection and patient stratification.

• Apply and integrate bioinformatics pipelines, statistical modeling, machine learning/AI methods, and relational data systems to analyze heterogeneous internal and external datasets, enabling hypothesis generation and decision‑making in drug discovery and translational research.

• Research, assess, recommend, and integrate various data types to drive programs decisions. 
• Contribute hands‑on to critical scientific initiatives and deliveries, while mentoring junior team members via technical guidance, rigorous scientific review, and workflow standardization.
• Support pre-sales activities including solution development, proposal preparation, capability presentations, and scientific thought leadership.
• Lead multiple bioinformatics and computational biology engagements from project initiation to successful completion.
• Establish project scope, resource plans, milestones, and governance frameworks.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality scientific analyses, workflows, and reports aligned with customer expectations.
• Track project progress, manage priorities, resolve delivery challenges, and communicate status to both internal and external stakeholders.

Requirements

Qualification & Background

• PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistical Genetics or related fields.
• 5-7 years of relevant industry experience and in leading computational biology/bioinformatics projects in CRO, life sciences consulting, or bioinformatics services organizations.
• Understand current and emerging problems, needs, requirements analysis, of the customers. 

• Stay current with developments in computational biology, genomics, multi-omics, and AI through scientific literature, conferences, and engagement with the broader scientific community.
• Demonstrated experience leading customer-facing scientific projects and managing stakeholder relationships.
• Having Therapeutic Area exposure in the areas Oncology, Immunology or Neuroscience is a plus.

Benefits

CURIOSITY DRIVEN, SCIENCE FOCUSED, EMPLOYEE BUILT. Our culture is unlike any other, one where we debate, challenge ourselves, and interact with all alike. We are a curious bunch, characterized by our passion to learn and spirit of teamwork. Zifo is a global R&D solutions provider focused on the industries of Pharma, Biotech, Manufacturing QC, Medical Devices, specialty chemicals and other research-based organizations. Our team’s knowledge of science and expertise in technology help Zifo better serve our customers around the globe, including 18 of the Top 20 Biopharma companies.

We look for Science – Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Microbiology etc. We possess scientific and technical knowledge and bear professional and personal goals. While we have a “no doors” policy to promote free access within, we do have a tough door to walk in. We search with a two-point agenda – technical competency and cultural adaptability.

We offer a competitive compensation package including accrued vacation, medical, dental, vision, 401k with company matching, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.

If you share these sentiments and are prepared for the atypical, then Zifo is your calling!

Zifo is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.