Bioinformatics Programmer I

UCSF
Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
October 24, 2026

Job Description

Department Overview

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry is dedicated to advancing the understanding of fundamental biochemical mechanisms that underlie health and disease, with the goal of enabling the development of more effective diagnostics and therapeutics.

The selected candidate will be appointed within the Irwin Research Group, which specializes in computational chemistry approaches to identify and design novel small molecules. This work supports the study and modulation of complex biological processes and contributes to innovative research at the intersection of chemistry and biology.

Required Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in biological science, computational / programming, or related area and / or equivalent experience / training. - Basic knowledge of applications programming and web development. - Basic knowledge of databases. - Basic project management skills. - Basic knowledge of modern biology and applicable field of research. - Interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization. - Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner. - Self motivated, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills. - Basic knowledge of application and data security concepts.

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Where is this job located, and is it remote or on-site?
The position is located in San Francisco, CA, United States. The posting does not specify a remote or hybrid option.
What are the key responsibilities for this role?
Appointed within the Irwin Research Group in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, the role uses computational chemistry approaches to identify and design novel small molecules, supporting research that modulates complex biological processes at the intersection of chemistry and biology.
What qualifications and experience are required?
Candidates need a Bachelor's degree in biological science, computational/programming, or a related area (and/or equivalent experience). Required skills include basic knowledge of applications programming, web development, databases, modern biology, project management, data security, problem-solving, and clear technical communication.
Who will I be working with?
You will be appointed within the Irwin Research Group in the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry at UCSF, working with both technical and non-technical personnel across various levels of the organization.

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