Bioinformaticist

Job Description:

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced bioinformatics researcher to be a key team member in a multidisciplinary research group focused in Biodefense and Bioenergy, using molecular biology, analytical chemistry, and ultrahigh-throughput sequencing technologies to enable pathogen discovery, detection, characterization, and diagnosis, as well as to develop new generations of biofuels. The individual will provide technical leadership for bioinformatics efforts in these research areas. Responsibilities will include developing software systems to support both the management and analysis of sequence data and the design and execution of collaborative and individual research efforts. The candidate will be expected to work with scientific colleagues, collaborators, partners, and managers to define needs and priorities and to set strategic research directions. Applies integrated technical judgment--which requires using the scientific method to recognize and formulate problems, to collect data through observation and experimentation, and to formulate and test hypotheses--to anticipate, innovate, and deliver solutions to Sandia National Laboratories missions. Roots the work in the fundamentals of science and engineering while applying a deep understanding of engineering and scientific principles. Creates and applies scientific theories and laws and engineering methods used within scientific and engineering disciplines to develop or demonstrate new designs, concepts, materials, machines, products, processes, or systems. Uses physical and computational simulation, analysis, and evaluation as inherent activities of development. Plans, conducts, and executes Sandia's science and engineering programs within the spectrum of fundamental research, development, or demonstration. Participates in the development and application of computational capabilities to solve problems in science and engineering. Applies methods and techniques that merge disciplines in science and engineering with computer science. Includes the research, development, deployment and in-depth technical support of general scientific and engineering application software and related tools.

Primary Job Duties

Plans, conceives, conducts, or manages research and development for Sandia's customers and sponsors. Directs systematic study toward a fuller knowledge or understanding of the fundamental aspects of phenomena and of observable facts, and discovers new approaches to achieve goals. Creates new understandings and capabilities by using the scientific method's hypothesis, test, and evaluation techniques; critical review; or similar engineering research and development methods. Initiates, designs, develops, executes, and evaluates new processes, products, or systems through basic and applied research. Uses engineering principles to research, design, or develop structures, instruments, machines, experiments, processes, systems, theories, or technologies; to construct or operate the same with full cognizance of their design; or to forecast their behavior under specific operating conditions. Undertakes development and possible technology transfer of solutions, products, principles or technology. Undertakes creative work, making systematic use of investigation or experimentation, to discover or revise knowledge of reality, and uses this knowledge to devise new applications.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Advanced technical degree. Technical knowledge and competencies appropriate to the position. Thorough knowledge of and applied experience with scientific and engineering methods and with the discipline's standards for the ethical conduct of research. Thorough knowledge of and experience with designing, planning, and executing research, design, and development projects. Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with implementing Sandia policies affecting research, design, and development activities, projects, or initiatives. Demonstrated ability to team across disciplines.

Required

This position requires a PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, or a related scientific discipline. Other required qualifications include (1) a strong publication record; (2) demonstrated experience in proposal development and writing; (3) experience in the bioinformatics algorithms and software tools that are commonly used in the curation, assembly, and annotation of sequencing data sets; (4) familiarity with current- generation and emerging ultrahigh-throughput sequencing technology and software tools; (5) experience in software development and programming (e.g., C/C++, Perl, Python); (6) a demonstrated ability to work with a diverse multidisciplinary team to solve complex problems; and (7) a strong motivation to tackle science and technology challenges of national importance.

Desired

Desired qualifications include familiarity with one or more of the following: molecular biology, microbiology, virology, genetics, and infectious-disease research. A track record of obtaining research funding through competitive grants proposal submissions is strongly desired. Security Clearance

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Requeriments :

• Doctorate Degree

Skills :

• Bioinformatics
• Next Generation Sequencing
• Programing in C++
• Programing in Python
• Programing Skills
• Programming in PERL

Areas :

• Bioinformatics

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