Computational Biologist I – Bioinformatics

Job ID: 519724819
Job date: 2017-11-21
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Company : UTSW Zale Lipshy 

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Role : Technician 


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Job Description:
Job Duties

  • Perform professional work in support of scientific research using technical knowledge of software, software development, networking, and/or hardware in a complex computing environment. Subject matter expert in multiple areas of computing technology, and specific knowledge of molecular biology and genetics.
  • Manage research laboratory computer hardware and software programming and maintenance.
  • Ensure existing systems meet the continuing needs of the lab and/or recommend and test new systems as necessary.
  • Perform complex data analysis related to specialized research methodologies and results as assigned by the Principle Investigator.
  • Develop and/or modify software to support new and ongoing research projects.
  • Resolve hardware, software, and network issues in support of the laboratory.
  • Develop and maintain complex databases to support new and ongoing research projects.
  • Train laboratory staff in the use of pertinent research systems.
  • May specialize in bioinformatics, software development, network administration, or hardware/software maintenance.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Responsibilities:
  • Perform professional work in support of scientific research using technical knowledge of software, software development, networking, and/or hardware in a complex computing environment.
  • Subject matter expert in multiple areas of computing technology, and specific knowledge of molecular biology and genetics.
  • Ensure existing systems meet the continuing needs of clients and/or recommend and test new systems as necessary.
  • Perform complex data analysis related to specialized research methodologies and results.
  • Assist senior staff with assigned research projects with minimal input from supervisor.
  • Develop and/or modify software to support new and ongoing research projects.
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of complex databases to support new and ongoing research projects.
  • Prepare research reports for presentation, and assist with preparation of manuscripts for publication.
Day Job Regular/Temporary: Full-time

Security: This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information

Salary: Salary Negotiable

Experience and Education Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field of biological science.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field of biological science, and two (2) years related research experience in bioinformatics and computational biology.


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