Lead Data Scientist, Computational Biology
7 days ago
At Countable Labs (formerly Enumerix), we're reimagining the future of genomics-and we'd love for you to be a part of it As the innovators behind our groundbreaking Countable PCR platform, we're building tools that make a real impact in precision medicine. We're a fast-growing startup fueled by innovation, collaboration, and a mission-driven spirit. If you're ready to roll up your sleeves, build something from the ground up, and help shape the future of genomics, we want you on our team
Role overview
We're seeking a Lead Data Scientist, Imaging & Computational Biology to serve as a player-coach on our data team. In this role, you'll be both a hands-on technical contributor and a day-to-day team lead guiding a high-performing group of data scientists and engineers.
You'll apply your expertise in image analysis, signal and data processing, statistical modeling, and machine learning to enhance data quality, interpretability, and scientific impact. At the same time, you will help shape team culture, analytical direction, and technical excellence across the organization.
This is a high-impact role at the intersection of data science, software engineering, and genomics, shaping the analytical foundation of Countable's next-generation platform.
What You'll Do
Leadership & Player-Coach Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a small team while staying deeply hands-on (>50% IC contribution).
- Drive sprint planning, guide priorities, run standups, and support day-to-day execution.
- Elevate technical rigor, clarity, and analytical thinking through mentorship and review.
- Foster a culture of curiosity, accountability, transparency, and collaborative problem solving.
- Design algorithms for image processing, dye decoding, noise reduction, feature extraction, and multilabel classification.
- Build analysis tools in MATLAB and Python for large, complex biological imaging datasets.
- Develop interpretable QC metrics and visualization tools that help scientists assess data quality and reproducibility.
- Prototype and validate new approaches using real and synthetic datasets.
- Partner with scientists to analyze experiments and diagnose complex data issues.
- Identify root causes and propose robust algorithmic or workflow solutions.
- Provide analytical insights that inform assay development, validation, and platform direction.
- Partner with Product on customer-facing data analysis and reporting features.
- Collaborate with engineering to integrate algorithms into production systems.
- Communicate analytical decisions and scientific findings clearly across teams.
- Establish standards for software quality, testing, documentation, and reproducibility.
- Champion best practices in data integrity, statistical rigor, and scientific reasoning.
- Stay current with state-of-the-art algorithms in imaging, computational biology, and machine learning.
- Guide the evaluation and adoption of new analytical methods that bring scientific or product value.
- PhD (or equivalent experience) in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Applied Physics, or a related quantitative field.
- 5+ years of industry experience building imaging or computational analysis tools
- Experience managing and leading technical teams, including mentoring scientists/engineers and guiding team execution.
- Demonstrated ability to guide complex analytical initiatives or project teams.
- Proficiency in Python and MATLAB; experience with C++ or C# is a plus.
- Proven track record of delivering robust, production-grade analytical software, including testing, documentation, and performance optimization.
- Demonstrated ability to evaluate, structure, and interpret complex, noisy datasets with strong analytical judgment and scientific intuition.
- Excellent communication, scientific intuition, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Thrives in a fast-paced, interdisciplinary startup environment.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate, coach, and influence both direct reports and peers.
- Experience applying deep learning frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow) to imaging or biological data.
- Strong familiarity with fluorescence imaging, optical microscopy, or advanced quantitative imaging modalities.
- Background in spatial or single-cell genomics and high-dimensional biological analysis.
- Experience building scientist-facing visualization or analytic tools, especially frameworks used to explore complex datasets.
- Demonstrated thought leadership or research experience in computational imaging or ML for biology.
-
Palo Alto, CA, United States Countable Labs Full timeAbout Countable Labs At Countable Labs (formerly Enumerix), we're reimagining the future of genomics-and we'd love for you to be a part of it! As the innovators behind our groundbreaking Countable PCR platform, we're building tools that make a real impact in precision medicine. We're a fast-growing startup fueled by innovation, collaboration, and a...
-
Machine Learning Research Scientist
2 weeks ago
Palo Alto, CA, United States Arc Institute Full timeAbout Arc Institute The Arc Institute is a new scientific institution conducting curiosity-driven basic science and technology development to understand and treat complex human diseases. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Arc is an independent research organization founded on the belief that many important research programs will be enabled by new...
-
Palo Alto, CA, United States Arc Institute Full timeAbout Arc Institute The Arc Institute is a new scientific institution that conducts curiosity-driven basic science and technology development to understand and treat complex human diseases. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Arc is an independent research organization founded on the belief that many important research programs will be enabled by new...
-
Palo Alto, CA, United States Arc Institute Full timeAbout Arc Institute The Arc Institute is a new scientific institution that conducts curiosity-driven basic science and technology development to understand and treat complex human diseases. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Arc is an independent research organization founded on the belief that many important research programs will be enabled by new...
-
Palo Alto, CA, United States Arc Institute Full timeAbout Arc Institute The Arc Institute is a new scientific institution that conducts curiosity-driven basic science and technology development to understand and treat complex human diseases. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Arc is an independent research organization founded on the belief that many important research programs will be enabled by new...
-
Palo Alto, CA, United States Arc Institute Full timeAbout Arc Institute The Arc Institute is a new scientific institution that conducts curiosity-driven basic science and technology development to understand and treat complex human diseases. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Arc is an independent research organization founded on the belief that many important research programs will be enabled by new...
-
Data Scientist
2 weeks ago
Palo Alto, CA, United States Tencent Full timeAbout the Hiring Team Level Infinite is Tencent's global gaming brand. It is a global game publisher offering a comprehensive network of services for games, development teams, and studios around the world. We are dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play while building...
-
Data Scientist
3 days ago
Palo Alto, CA, United States Tencent Full timeAbout the Hiring Team Level Infinite is Tencent's global gaming brand. It is a global game publisher offering a comprehensive network of services for games, development teams, and studios around the world. We are dedicated to delivering engaging and original gaming experiences to a worldwide audience, whenever and wherever they choose to play while building...
-
Research Engineer
5 days ago
Palo Alto, CA, United States GenBio AI Full timeHeadquartered in Silicon Valley, we are a newly established start-up, where a collective of visionary scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs are dedicated to transforming the landscape of biology and medicine through the power of Generative AI. Our team comprises leading minds and innovators in AI and Biological Science, pushing the boundaries of what is...
-
Associate Director, Functional Genomics, GETC
2 weeks ago
Palo Alto, CA, United States Arc Institute Full timeAbout Arc Institute The Arc Institute is a new scientific institution that conducts curiosity-driven basic science and technology development to understand and treat complex human diseases. Headquartered in Palo Alto, California, Arc is an independent research organization founded on the belief that many important research programs will be enabled by new...
