Research Scientist I- Genomic Data Integration and Technical Implementation

Research Scientist I- Genomic Data Integration and Technical Implementation Broad Institute paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), retirement plan United States, Massachusetts, Cambridge May 12, 2026 Description & Requirements The Knowledge Portal Network (KPN) group at the Broad Institute seeks a Scientist I to help translate research methods and community needs into robust, user-facing scientific resources. This role will join the product and engagement and partner with engineers, and research staff, to productionize analytical methods, shape technical priorities, and develop standards, documentation, demonstrations, and scientific communications that illustrate the value of our knowledge portals and data integration platforms. The ideal candidate combines strong computational genomics experience with scientific software development, cross-functional collaboration, and a commitment to making complex biological data usable for researchers.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions

• Part of the Product and Engagement team to translate user and stakeholder requirements into research, engineering, and delivery plans.
• Collaborate with engineers and research staff to productionize computational methods, data models, and scientific workflows for Knowledge Portal Network resources.
• Design, implement, and evaluate software, pipelines, and data integration approaches for genomic and functional genomics datasets.
• Help establish and maintain standards for data representation, interoperability, documentation, and reproducible scientific software practices.
• Develop technical documentation, example analyses, demos, and training materials that support adoption of portal resources by internal and external users.
• Contribute to scientific findings through analyses, figures, presentations, posters, manuscripts, and progress reports.
• Contribute to peer-reviewed publications.
• Engage with external collaborators and community standards efforts as appropriate to support integration within the KPN with the broader scientific resource ecosystem.
• Participate in cross-functional planning, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of portal features, scientific content, and user-facing workflows.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, computer science, or a related scientific discipline.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of technical documentation and scientific presentations.
• Experience developing computational analyses, scientific software, or data pipelines in Python, R, SQL, JavaScript/TypeScript, or similar languages.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively on cross-functional scientific project teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience integrating genetic, genomic, functional genomics into databases, browsers, portals, or knowledge resources.
• Experience with data standards, schemas, or interoperable data representations.
• Experience coordinating work across distributed collaborators, consortia, or multi-stakeholder scientific projects.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Sedentary work. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. The expected base pay range for this position as listed above is based on a 40 hour per week schedule. Broad provides pay ranges representing its reasonable and good faith estimate of what the organization reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, qualifications, and other factors permissible by law. At Broad, your base pay is just one part of a comprehensive total rewards package. From day one, this role offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; a 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending and health savings accounts; at least 13 paid holidays; winter closure; paid time off; parental and family care leave; and an employee assistance program, among other Broad benefits. The Broad Institute is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. Should you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact recruiting@broadinstitute.org for assistance.