Senior Scientist – Bioinformatics

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Job date: 2014-11-01
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Company : Dana-Farber Cancer Institute 

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Role : Research Scientist 


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Job ID: 25609 Date Posted: 10/28/2014 Location: 44 Binney St, Boston Job Family: Laboratory/Research Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Regular FLSA Status: Exempt About Dana-Farber Located in Boston, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow’s physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. Overview The mission of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is to provide expert, compassionate care to children and adults with cancer while advancing the understanding, diagnosis, treatment, cure, and prevention of cancer and related diseases. Our Core Values are: Impact - Above all else, we make a difference by relieving the burden of disease now and for the future through our research, clinical care, education, outreach and advocacy. Excellence - We pursue excellence relentlessly and with integrity in all that we do, adhering always to the highest standards of conduct. Compassion and respect - For those in our care and for one another. Discovery - We foster the spirit of inquiry, promoting collaboration and innovation across traditional boundaries while celebrating individual creativity. Reporting to the Center Director: PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities of the Bioinformatics Lead will include, but are not limited to: •   Analysis of Raw Data, including DNA sequencing data, ChIP seq, RNA-seq,    Array Data, MicroRNA Data, Proteomics •       Provide bioinformatics expertise to the design of projects •       Work with Alan D'Andrea, MD and interact with investigators and scientific and technical staff within and external to the Center •       Interact with external/industry collaborators •       Assist with the preparation of manuscripts and grant applications •       Present data at scientific meetings as needed SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Potential for supervisory responsibilities of additional bioinformatics staff MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: •       Ph.D. with a minimum of 3 years of post-graduate experience in bioinformatics, preferably in the area of nucleic acid analysis and/or oncology KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: •       Experience designing and executing a preclinical strategy •       Prior experience with project management •       Experience leading a team, preferably a multi-disciplinary team •       Ability to work closely and effectively with a diverse group of individuals from trainees to senior leaders in both academia and industry •       A strong record of scientific excellence and a willingness to apply knowledge and skills to cancer research •       Highly organized and self-motivated •       Outstanding communication and leadership skills Schedule Monday-Friday 8:30 - 5:00 How to Apply Please apply directly online at http://www.dana-farber.org/Careers/Careers-at-Dana-Farber.aspx. Click Search Job Openings and use the Job ID number to quickly locate the appropriate job listing. Once you have located the desired job, click on the checkbox in the 'Select' column, and then click the 'Apply Now' button, located at the bottom of the screen. DFCI Employees please apply directly through PeopleSoft Self Service.  Sign on to PeopleSoft and navigate to Main Menu > DFCI Careers. Equal Employment Opportunity Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression,  national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law. PI86718254

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