Bioinformatics Scientist – Institute for Genomic Medicine

Job Description:
We are looking for a candidate to join our Translational Bioinformatics team within the Computational Genomics Group to support the development of novel computational and statistical approaches for the analysis and interpretation of genomic data, primarily centered around pediatric cancer. The Bioinformatics Scientist will research, develop and implement the optimal approach for analyzing genomic data and translating these advanced research algorithms and pipelines into clinical tests. Excellent verbal and written communication skills will be essential as the individual will work collaboratively with bioinformaticians, biologists and clinicians on projects that lead to publications and presentations at professional meetings.

Responsibilities:

• Perform next generation sequencing (NGS) downstream analysis and visualization
• Research, development and evaluation of computational approaches for NGS analysis
• Contribute to our research and clinical efforts to analyze genomic sequencing data in order to:
• Identify susceptibility and driver mutations and gene fusions in cancers
• Predict the potential for personalized treatment options
• Facilitate the clinical interpretation of findings
• Author journal publications and present at professional meetings

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• M.S. degree or recent Ph.D. degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or a related field
• Minimum two years of bioinformatics experience with a strong understanding of molecular biology and genomics
• Experience with UNIX/LINUX, including proficiency in shell scripting
• Proficiency in a scripting language, such as Perl or Python
• Knowledge of core bioinformatics tools and databases
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential

Additional Qualifications:

• Previous experience with NGS data analysis highly desirable
• Knowledge of statistical/mathematical packages such as R
• Experience in algorithm generation and/or computational methods implementation
• Capable of self-directed research within broader goals set by group

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

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Requeriments :

• M.Sc. or higher Degree in Bioinformatics
• M.Sc. or higher Degree in computational biology
• M.Sc. or higher Degree in Computer Science

Skills :

• Bioinformatics
• Bioinformatics Databases
• genomic
• Lunix/Unix
• molecular biology
• Next Generation Sequencing
• Programing in Python
• Programming in PERL
• Programming in R
• Shell scripting

Areas :

• Bioinformatics

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Additional Info:
Overview

The Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is creating a future that integrates genomics into the everyday practice of pediatrics. Led by a team of internationally-renowned genomic medicine scientists, the IGM is housed in the campus’ newest research building, spanning ~25,000 square feet of laboratory and office space in a highly interactive setting.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

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