Bioinformatics Analyst Position

Job ID: 479476261
Job date: 2017-11-19
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Company : RAPiD Genomics 

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Job Description:
We are looking for an extraordinary and highly motivated bioinformatician to play a key role in our operational team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution and development of methods, analysis, pipelines, and algorithms for next-generation sequencing data, genotyping and diagnostics applications. The ideal candidate will have a good understanding of bioinformatics as well as knowledge of genomics.

The successful candidate will:

  • Provide bioinformatics support for commercial genotyping by sequencing projects related to population genetics and breeding applications;
  • Coordinate data quality assurance liaising regularly with the head of the bioinformatics and operational departments to ensure correct data outputs are generated for commercial projects;
  • Independently utilize scripting language(s) and apply standard bioinformatics tools and pipelines for the analysis of sequence datasets resulting from genomics and transcriptomics projects;
  • Create quality control metrics and summary reports for the results obtained;
  • Work in a high-performance cluster computing environment;
  • Interact with a team of computer scientists, senior bioinformaticians and molecular biologists to interpret results and design follow up experiments.
Requirements:

(i) B.S. or Masters degree in computational biology, computer science, molecular biology, statistics or related field. (ii) A track record of reliability, productivity and team-based success through previous work experience. (iii) Proficiency in Linux/Unix work environment. (iv) Demonstrated experience analyzing next generation sequencing data. (v) Previous experience with genotyping by sequencing, variant calling and primer design is highly desirable. (vi) Strong communication and troubleshooting skills.


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Additional Info:
To apply or obtain more information, please send a cover letter detailing experience, a resume, and at least two references to: lab@rapid-genomics.com. Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Job location: Gainesville, FL.

About Us:

RAPiD Genomics is a Gainesville-based company focused on delivering innovative genomic applications to the life sciences and agribusiness world. We offer the opportunity to work in a growing, dynamic field utilizing cutting-edge genomic and data science methodologies.

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