Computational Genomics, Statistical Bioinformatics Expert (PhD)

What you’ll do

• Complete realistic, multi-step scientific data-analysis tasks in computational genomics, quantitative biology, and translational biomedicine

• Independently inspect datasets, perform quality control and exploratory analysis, select appropriate statistical methods, and execute analyses in R and Python

• Navigate ambiguous research workflows by identifying key analytical decisions, potential confounders, and limitations in the available data

• Use scientific software, code, and command-line tools to generate reproducible analyses and structured final outputs

• Interpret results in the context of the underlying biological or translational question, clearly communicating assumptions, uncertainty, and conclusions

• Work with a multidisciplinary team of scientists and AI research specialists

Who we’re looking for

• PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, statistical genetics, quantitative biology, biostatistics, genomics, or a closely related field

• Deep, hands-on experience analyzing biological or biomedical data, especially genomics, sequencing, single-cell, population-genetics, QTL/GWAS, or related omics datasets

• Professional fluency in R and Python, including the ability to write, debug, and explain analysis code

• Strong foundation in statistical modeling, experimental design, quality control, and scientific inference

• Experience independently carrying out multi-step computational research workflows from raw or messy data through final interpretation

• Clear scientific writing and the ability to document methods, assumptions, and results precisely

• Familiarity with reproducible research practices, including notebooks, scripts, version control, or workflow tools, is a plus

Details

• Project-based engagement with competitive, expertise-based pay

• Open to qualified experts globally

We consider all qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations upon request.

Contract and Payment Terms

• You will be engaged as an independent contractor.
• This is a fully remote role that can be completed on your own schedule.
• Projects can be extended, shortened, or concluded early depending on needs and performance.
• Your work at Mercor will not involve access to confidential or proprietary information from any employer, client, or institution.
• Payments are weekly on Stripe or Wise based on services rendered.
• Please note: We are unable to support H1-B or STEM OPT candidates at this time.

About Mercor

Mercor partners with leading AI labs and enterprises to train frontier models using human expertise. You will work on projects that focus on training and enhancing AI systems. You will be paid competitively, collaborate with leading researchers, and help shape the next generation of AI systems in your area of expertise.