Bioinformatics Analyst

Job ID:
Job date: 2017-05-04
End Date:

Company : Nationwide Children’s Hospital 

Country :

Role : Other 


[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]

Job Description:
We’re looking for a candidate to join our Genome Informatics team that develops and applies analysis solutions for the next-generation sequencing (NGS) data produced by the Institute and collaborators. The candidate will have the opportunity to assist in all aspects of next-generation sequencing analysis including data generation, analysis, interpretation, and publication. We are looking for a candidate with strong data processing and data quality control abilities who enjoys solving complex problems and possess a desire to make an impact in medical care through advancing our understanding of the role of the human genome in disease. Previous experience in bioinformatics or computational biological background is preferred but not required for this position.

Responsibilities:

-Run standardized genomic data anlaysis pipelines, mange data and prepare reports and figures for presentations and publications. Deliver and explain analysis results to investigators.

-Participate in the validation and deployment of in-house bioinformatics tools.

-Evaluate and integrate community-developed bioinformatics tools.

-Perform quality control on data produced for and by Genome Informatics team. Monitor and aggregate metadata of informatics systems.

-Work with biologists and bioinformatics scientists to extract biological information from next-generation sequencing data.

-Assist with software development. Basic training will be provided as necessary, and opportunities will increase with experience.

Other information:

-Bachelors degree in biology, molecular genetics, bioinformatics or related field.

-Superior attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.

-Experience in a Linux/Unix environment and familiarity with scripting and process automation (Python/Perl, shell) a plus.

-Interest in genomics and bioinformatics, and willingness to learn concepts and terminology from these fields as needed.

-Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment with changing priorities.

-Must be a team player with good communication skills.


Requeriments :

Skills :

Areas :


Additional Info:
The Institute for Genomic Medicine (IGM) at Nationwide Children’s Hospital is creating a future that integrates genomics into the everyday practice of pediatrics. Led by a team of internationally-renowned genomic medicine scientists, the IGM is housed in the campus’ newest research building, spanning ~25,000 square feet of laboratory and office space in a highly interactive setting.

Please email your resume to genomics@nationwidechildrens.org .

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individual so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

EOE M/F/Disability/Vet

US: OH: Columbus

EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet

[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]