Computational Biologist

Biohub is a nonprofit research institute that brings together scientists, engineers, and physicians to pursue grand scientific challenges on 10‑ to 15‑year horizons. Biohub focuses on understanding the underlying mechanisms of disease and developing new technologies that lead to actionable diagnostics and effective therapies. Our mission is to accelerate scientific discovery by integrating frontier AI models, biological foundation models, and laboratory capabilities to cure disease.

• Develop data analysis workflows for spatiotemporal and multi‑omics datasets.
• Create visualization tools that enable exploration and interpretation of complex biological data across space and time.
• Integrate proteomics, metabolomics, and related datasets, and explore machine learning or transfer learning approaches to support biological discovery.
• Collaborate closely with experimental scientists, communicate findings clearly, and contribute to publications, presentations, and open‑source software.

• PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, computational biology, biomedical engineering, or a related quantitative discipline.
• Minimum 2 years of experience developing bioinformatic methods, analysis pipelines, or software tools for biological data using appropriate programming language.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in at least one of the following areas: spatial data analysis, multi‑omics integration, or machine learning for biological applications.
• Strong record of research productivity, including publications and open‑source contributions.
• Collaborative mindset, strong communication skills, and enthusiasm for working closely with wet‑lab teams.

• 1+ year of experience with imaging mass spectrometry (e.g., MALDI).
• 1+ year of experience with single‑cell proteomics and/or metabolomics.
• 1+ year of experience building visualization tools or scientific software.

Base pay range for this role is $130,000 – $163,000. Eligible for an annual performance bonus program.

Location:

Chicago, IL.

This role is hybrid; you are expected to work onsite at least 60% of the working month (approximately 3 days a week). In‑office days will be determined by the hiring manager.

• Generous employer match on 401(k) contributions.
• Paid time off for volunteering.
• Relocation support for eligible employees.

As a nonprofit organization, Biohub is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.