Staff Scientist

Staff Scientist

School of Medicine, Stanford, California, United States – Information Technology Services
Post Date:
Jul 14, 2025

The Pritchard lab in the Genetics Department at Stanford University is seeking a Staff Scientist (Software Developer
2) to conceptualize, develop, supervise, and implement novel computational approaches for genomics. The role is on‑site and requires expertise in functional or single‑cell genomics, statistical genetics, modern computational statistics, and machine learning.

• Propose, conceptualize, design, implement, and develop solutions for complex applications independently.
• Supervise and mentor PhD students and postdocs through all phases of research projects.
• Engage in long‑term strategic planning and troubleshoot technical problems.
• Lead projects for special systems and application development in complex problem areas.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation and revisions as lead or co‑author.
• Contribute to grant preparation.
• Participate in scientific meetings and journal clubs.

* Other duties may also be assigned.

• Proven track record of developing state‑of‑the‑art computational methods from conceptualization through manuscript preparation.

• Outstanding technical skills in machine learning and/or statistical methods with experience developing new approaches.

• Training and research experience (preferably at postdoctoral level) in at least one of the following application areas: functional genomics, single‑cell genomics, statistical genetics.

Bachelor’s degree and five years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience.

• Expertise in designing, developing, testing, and deploying applications.
• Proficiency with application design and data modeling.
• Ability to define and solve logical problems for highly technical applications.
• Effective communication skills with both technical and non‑technical clients.
• Ability to lead structured team development projects.
• Ability to choose, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods.
• Knowledge of application domain.

• Constantly perform desk‑based computer tasks.
• Frequently sit, grasp lightly or manipulate fine objects.
• Occasionally stand/walk, write by hand.
• Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

• May work extended hours, evenings, and weekends.
• Employee will work in‑person daily on the Stanford University campus.

Expected pay range: $131,992 to $160,555 per annum. Final salary will reflect scope and responsibilities of the position, qualifications, departmental budget, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Base pay is only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. Stanford provides detailed information on benefits and rewards on the Cardinal at Work website.

Stanford will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Contact the Human Resources department to request accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Demonstrates ability to work well with Stanford colleagues, clients, and external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety:
  Commits to personal responsibility, values safety, communicates safety concerns, and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including personnel policies and the University’s Administrative Guide.

• Schedule:
  
  Full‑time
• Job Code: 4822
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Grade: J
• Requisition
• Work Arrangement:
  On Site
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