Privacy policy

Effective Date:11/8/2023

At Blue Gene Search, headquartered in the State of Washington, USA, we value your privacy and are committed to safeguarding your personal information. This Privacy Policy outlines the principles we follow to protect your data, how we collect and use this information, and the options you have regarding its use. We want you to feel secure using our website and understand the privacy principles under which we operate. Please read this policy carefully, and do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns.

• Information Collection

a. Information Collected from Members:

Blue Gene Search aims to create a community of Members to facilitate networking, job searching, and interaction on our website. We collect two types of information from our Members: Personal Information and Anonymous Information.

• Personal Information: This includes data such as your name, address, telephone number, email address, and any other non-public information associated with or linked to the above data.

• Anonymous Information: This data is not linked to your Personal Information and cannot identify you as an individual.

We collect this information through various means:

• Information You Provide: When you register as a Member, you are required to provide certain Personal Information, including your name, email address, country of residence, zip code, and a unique identifier (password). Providing additional information about your professional and educational background, employment history, medical specialty or scientific expertise, or a profile photo is optional but encouraged.

• LinkedIn Integration: During registration, we offer the option to import specific content from your LinkedIn profile to streamline the registration process.

• Forum and Chapter Posts: Any messages you post on our platform, including the Forum and Chapter sections, will automatically be associated with your name and stored on our servers.

• Feedback and Support: If you provide us with feedback or contact our customer support via email, we may collect additional Personal Information.

Your email address is used only for sending you communications that you choose to receive, such as employment opportunities, event notifications, and product updates. You can opt out of these communications at any time.

b. When You Add a Profile:

Once you complete the registration process, you have the option to provide additional content to your profile, including your employment and educational history. This information is accessible to other Members and Employers.

c. When You Invite Others:

You can invite others to join Blue Gene Search by using your contacts from platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, Gmail, Outlook, and similar services. The names and email addresses of those you invite are used solely to send your invitations and reminders.

d. Information Collected via Technology:

We collect Anonymous Information and Personal Information through technology, including:

• Cookies: We use cookies to gather information about your visits, such as the date and time of your visit and the solutions and information you view. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but this may impact certain areas of our website.

• Log Files: Our server logs capture information like your location, IP address, and page requests when you use our services.

• Clear Gifs: Clear gifs (web beacons) are used to track online usage patterns and email interactions. They collect Anonymous Information and do not capture Personal Information.

By using our services, you consent to the collection of this information.

• Uses of Personal Information

Blue Gene Search is dedicated to helping biomedical professionals find employment opportunities and connect with one another effectively. The information you provide is used for the following purposes:

• To describe yourself to other Members and Employers.

• To enhance the functionality of our site and improve navigation.

• To communicate with you through email and platform notifications.

• To provide you with information about our services, including job opportunities and updates.

• Sharing Information with Third Parties

We take your privacy seriously and do not sell, rent, or provide your Personal Information to third parties for marketing purposes. However, we may share your Personal Information with Employers seeking to hire Members. We may also share aggregated anonymous data about the usage of our services with third-party service providers who assist us in providing our services.

While we do not offer an opt-out for cookies on our site, you can control cookies through your browser settings. We may disclose Personal Information to third parties in cases where it is required by law or to protect our rights or the safety of our Members or the public.

• Your Information Choices

You have the ability to access and modify your Personal Information at any time through your Member Profile. You can also close your account by contacting us at [insert contact email]. Please note that we may retain certain information for fraud prevention, business analysis, or to comply with legal requirements.

• Important Information

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at [insert contact email].

• Security

We take measures to secure your personal information, and access to your data is password-protected. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your login information.

If you are an international Member, please be aware that your data will be stored and processed in the United States, which may have different data protection rules than your home country.

Blue Gene Search reserves the right to modify this Privacy Policy. Any significant changes will be communicated to you through email or notifications on our website. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our privacy practices.