Job Description:
The Bioinformatics Shared Resource at the Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and University of Utah (http://huntsmancancer.org/bioinformatics) is seeking a full-time Bioinformatics Data Analyst. This individual will join an established team of bioinformatic professionals to provide experiment design, data analysis, software development, compute infrastructure, and analysis training services to the research and clinical genomics communities at the HCI and University of Utah. HCI, located on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City, was recently awarded Comprehensive Cancer Center designation by the National Cancer Institute. HCI houses a high-throughput genomics core and other world-class research facilities in a beautiful physical setting. Our phase 4 expansions will increase research space by 100 %, house a consolidated Biocomputing/ Research Informatic center, and is scheduled to open in 2017. Salt Lake City offers excellent access to the outdoors as well as interesting cultural experiences at a very reasonable cost of living. Essential Functions: 1. 1. Analysis of data from high throughput sequencing experiments (RNASeq, ChIPSeq, BisSeq, Germline/Somatic variant detection, single cell genomics…) 2. Create, maintain, and document computer software for data analysis and management. 3. Assist researchers with the design of genomic experiments. 4. Instruct personnel in collaborating labs in the use of analysis methods and tools. 5. Create, maintain, and document computer software for data analysis and data management. 5. Assist researchers with the design of genomic experiments and grant writing. 6. Instruct personnel in in the use of genomic analysis tools. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. Minimum Qualifications: -Bachelor’s of Science degree with a focus on Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science or Molecular Biology or equivalency; plus four years of experience in genomic data analysis required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. -Software development experience in object oriented programming using Java, Python, and or C++ and familiarity with molecular biology, genomics and some biostatistics helpful. -Master of Science degree or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science and/or Life Sciences preferred. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences: 1. Masters of Science or PhD degree with a focus on Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Genomics or equivalency. 2. Three or more years of experience in genomic data analysis. 3. Proven software development skills in a Linux environment using an object oriented programming language such as Java, Python, or C++. 4. Strong understanding of molecular biology, genomics, and biostatistics. 5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Additional Info:
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, University of Utah policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation or for further information about University AA/EO policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Cr., Rm 135, (801) 581-8365 (V/TDD), email: oeo@umail.utah.edu. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Certain new hires are automatically assigned to the URS retirement plan and other employees with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University’s Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Bioinformatics Shared Resource at the Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) and University of Utah (http://huntsmancancer.org/bioinformatics) is seeking a full-time Bioinformatics Data Analyst. This individual will join an established team of bioinformatic professionals to provide experiment design, data analysis, software development, compute infrastructure, and analysis training services to the research and clinical genomics communities at the HCI and University of Utah. HCI, located on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City, was recently awarded Comprehensive Cancer Center designation by the National Cancer Institute. HCI houses a high-throughput genomics core and other world-class research facilities in a beautiful physical setting. Our phase 4 expansions will increase research space by 100 %, house a consolidated Biocomputing/ Research Informatic center, and is scheduled to open in 2017. Salt Lake City offers excellent access to the outdoors as well as interesting cultural experiences at a very reasonable cost of living. Essential Functions: 1. 1. Analysis of data from high throughput sequencing experiments (RNASeq, ChIPSeq, BisSeq, Germline/Somatic variant detection, single cell genomics…) 2. Create, maintain, and document computer software for data analysis and management. 3. Assist researchers with the design of genomic experiments. 4. Instruct personnel in collaborating labs in the use of analysis methods and tools. 5. Create, maintain, and document computer software for data analysis and data management. 5. Assist researchers with the design of genomic experiments and grant writing. 6. Instruct personnel in in the use of genomic analysis tools. Work Environment and Level of Frequency typically required Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. Minimum Qualifications: -Bachelor’s of Science degree with a focus on Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science or Molecular Biology or equivalency; plus four years of experience in genomic data analysis required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. -Software development experience in object oriented programming using Java, Python, and or C++ and familiarity with molecular biology, genomics and some biostatistics helpful. -Master of Science degree or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science and/or Life Sciences preferred. This position has no responsibility for providing care to patients Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Preferences: 1. Masters of Science or PhD degree with a focus on Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Genomics or equivalency. 2. Three or more years of experience in genomic data analysis. 3. Proven software development skills in a Linux environment using an object oriented programming language such as Java, Python, or C++. 4. Strong understanding of molecular biology, genomics, and biostatistics. 5. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Requeriments :
Skills :
- genomic
- Lunix/Unix
- molecular biology
- Programing in C++
- Programing in Python
- Programming in Java
- RNA-seq
- Software Design
Additional Info:
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to diversity in its workforce. In compliance with applicable federal and state laws, University of Utah policy of equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran’s status, status as a qualified person with a disability, or genetic information. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300. Reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request an accommodation or for further information about University AA/EO policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Cr., Rm 135, (801) 581-8365 (V/TDD), email: oeo@umail.utah.edu. The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Certain new hires are automatically assigned to the URS retirement plan and other employees with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University’s Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]