Scientist I, Computational Biology

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Job date: 2014-10-08
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Company : Biogen Idec 

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Role : Research Scientist 


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Requisition Number 23582BR Job Description The Genetics & Genomics group is seeking a Scientist I or Scientist II to join an interdisciplinary team of scientists engaged in translational research. The successful candidate will participate on the statistical design and analysis of human genetic studies with an emphasis on next generation sequencing and genome-wide association studies. The candidate should have a solid foundation in statistics and genetics, a strong work ethic, the ability to work independently and an openness to work on highly collaborative teams. The position requires excellent written and oral communication skills allowing the preparation of effective reports, presentations and manuscripts. The position offers the opportunity to interact with research biologists, clinicians and computational scientists on complex datasets incorporating genetic, genomic and clinical data. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated scientist who wishes to apply the results of genetics and genomics investigation to support the discovery of novel medicines.

  • LI-RD1 About Biogen Idec Biogen Idec (NASDAQ: BIIB) is a biotechnology leader that discovers, develops and delivers innovative therapies to improve the lives of patients with neurodegenerative diseases, autoimmune diseases and hemophilia. As a company, Biogen Idec recognizes that cutting-edge science and medicines can change the course of devastating diseases.
Founded in 1978, Biogen Idec is the world’s oldest independent biotechnology company. Our development pipeline is one of the strongest in the industry and patients worldwide benefit every day from our industry-leading multiple sclerosis (MS) products. In the coming years, we’re working hard to bring new therapies to market for patients with serious neurodegenerative, non-malignant hematologic and autoimmune diseases. With approximately 7,000 people worldwide, Biogen Idec is truly a global organization. Our corporate headquarters in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is also home to our research operations and small scale manufacturing facility, with an international headquarters in Switzerland and world-class manufacturing facilities in North Carolina and Denmark. We offer therapies globally through direct affiliate presence in 30 countries and a network of distribution partners in more than 50 additional countries. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Please be advised that all legitimate correspondence from a Biogen Idec employee will come from "@biogenidec.com" email accounts.Qualifications- 2-5 years of Experience
  • Knowledge of experimental design principles
  • Management of large genetic studies
  • Statistical software (R/MATLAB/SAS)
  • Programming skills (C++/C/Perl/Python/Shell)
  • Knowledge of statistical genetics software ( PLINK/MaCH/IMPUTE2/METAL/GWAMA/etc.)
  • Knowledge and experience with database management software
  • Knowledge of next generation sequencing read mapping (bwa)
  • Knowledge of next generation sequencing variant calling (samtools/GATK)
  • Knowledge of next generation sequencing statistical analysis (PLINK/SEQ)
Desired Skills  
  • Evidence of good verbal and written communication via presentations and publication in peer review journals
  • Good understanding of genetic and genomic data generation methods
 

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