Senior Level Bioinformatics Jobs
Senior level bioinformatics jobs place experienced professionals in charge of analytical pipelines, computational research strategy, and the cross-functional teams that drive genomic and data science outcomes. Roles are concentrated across Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, with 14% offering remote or hybrid arrangements, and employers like UT Southwestern Medical Center, Veracyte, and UTHealth Houston hiring at this level now.
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WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under broad direction to plan, organize, direct, and participate in work of major research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified by virtue of extensive training and experience.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
- PhD with major coursework in field of assignment or
- Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
- Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment
Experience
- 6 years research experience in field of assignment; including at least 1 year at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a PhD or
- 9 years research experience in field of assignment; including at least 2 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Master's degree or
- 12 years of research experience in field of assignment; including at least 4 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Bachelor's degree
JOB DUTIES
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Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and personally participates in major medical or scientific research project, including development and implementation of research protocols. Selects key research personnel; determines specific goals or objectives to be attained; assigns and reviews work of subordinates.
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Reviews and analyzes resulting research data; revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data. Compiles, writes, and submits project results to principal investigator or department chairman.
-
Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors.
-
Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
-
Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
-
Confers with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project.
-
Supervises large group of employees engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which varies from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
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Work requires exercise of considerable judgment.
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Work requires need to establish mutual agreement or understanding of elements involved.
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Work requires personal contact with representatives of outside private and governmental organizations to make periodic reports to, or to obtain their support, assistance, or cooperation in, matters affecting large-scale programs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Working Conditions
- Extreme cold
- Extreme heat
- Hazards
- Laboratory Setting
Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the No. 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
Works under broad direction to plan, organize, direct, and participate in work of major research project in field of specialization for which incumbent is particularly qualified by virtue of extensive training and experience.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
Education
- PhD with major coursework in field of assignment or
- Master's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment or
- Bachelor's Degree with major coursework in field of assignment
Experience
- 6 years research experience in field of assignment; including at least 1 year at the level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with a PhD or
- 9 years research experience in field of assignment; including at least 2 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Master's degree or
- 12 years of research experience in field of assignment; including at least 4 years at level of Research Scientist or its equivalent with Bachelor's degree
JOB DUTIES
-
Plans, organizes, coordinates, directs, and personally participates in major medical or scientific research project, including development and implementation of research protocols. Selects key research personnel; determines specific goals or objectives to be attained; assigns and reviews work of subordinates.
-
Reviews and analyzes resulting research data; revises techniques or approaches to work problems as indicated necessary by research data. Compiles, writes, and submits project results to principal investigator or department chairman.
-
Prepares or assists in preparation of research papers, reports, and abstracts for publication as one of co-authors.
-
Designs, develops, or adapts equipment used in experiments or research to obtain desired results.
-
Plans and supervises training of technicians and other laboratory personnel with respect to proper laboratory techniques, use of laboratory equipment, and safety procedures.
-
Confers with industrial, governmental, or other groups concerning progress or results of research project.
-
Supervises large group of employees engaged in performance of technical and professional work, which varies from routine to complex laboratory work tasks.
-
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
-
Work requires exercise of considerable judgment.
-
Work requires need to establish mutual agreement or understanding of elements involved.
-
Work requires personal contact with representatives of outside private and governmental organizations to make periodic reports to, or to obtain their support, assistance, or cooperation in, matters affecting large-scale programs.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
Working Conditions
- Extreme cold
- Extreme heat
- Hazards
- Laboratory Setting
Salary Information
Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and relevant experience.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
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Senior Level Bioinformatics Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level bioinformatics job?
Employers hiring at the senior level look for candidates who have owned end-to-end pipelines, published or contributed to peer-reviewed research, and can translate complex genomic findings for non-technical stakeholders. Deep expertise in at least one domain, such as single-cell RNA sequencing, structural genomics, or population genetics, combined with a demonstrated history of mentoring junior analysts or leading project workstreams, gives candidates a clear edge over generalists at this stage.
Which companies hire senior level bioinformaticss?
Companies hiring senior level bioinformaticss right now include UT Southwestern Medical Center, Veracyte, and UTHealth Houston, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level covers large pharmaceutical and biotech organizations, genomics platforms, academic medical centers, and data-driven health technology companies investing in computational research capacity.
Are there remote senior level bioinformatics jobs?
Yes, remote and hybrid arrangements are common at this level given the computational nature of the work. About 14% of senior level bioinformatics openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many employers prioritize access to specialized talent over geography when filling senior roles.
What makes a bioinformatics role senior level?
A senior level bioinformatics role is defined by scope and ownership: you design the analytical approach rather than execute someone else's plan, make independent technical decisions about tools and methods, and are accountable for the quality of outputs across a project or product. Mentoring junior scientists, collaborating directly with principal investigators or product leads, and shaping team methodology are standard expectations that separate senior roles from mid-level positions.
Which industries hire the most senior level bioinformaticss?
Senior Level bioinformatics roles concentrate in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on high-throughput sequencing, precision medicine pipelines, and large-scale genomic data analysis that require deep computational expertise and experienced scientific leadership.