Bioinformatics Developer

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Job date: 2018-02-08
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Company : GeneDx 

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Role : Technician 


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Job Description:
The Data Science group, a growing software development and research team, is seeking a Bioinformatics software developer to support projects related to the annotation and analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data. This individual will be charged with software development for a variety of clinical testing scenarios in a high-throughput environment, including tumor/somatic analysis and whole-exome sequencing projects. Work will involve utilizing existing industry-standard genomics tools as well as creating new tools and processes.

The selected candidate will work alongside scientists and fellow developers to gather project requirements,implement, test, and validate solutions. They will additionally assist with project documentation and ongoing support.

Qualifications:

  • BS or MS in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related field
  • 2+ years professional bioinformatics development experience
  • Working knowledge of molecular biology and genomics
  • Proficiency in at least one major scripting language (Perl, Python, etc) and Linux shell
  • Familiarity with processing NGS or other high-throughput genomic data, plus publicly available genomics tools and data repositories, especially those related to tumor genetics
  • Experience querying SQL databases
  • Prior experience processing tumor/normal somatic data preferred
  • Experience using Git version control and project tracking tools
  • Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team environment
  • Demonstrated problem solving and communication skills


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Additional Info:
GeneDx is a rapidly growing CAP and CLIA certified diagnostic genetic testing laboratory for molecular genetics.Our historic mission has been to make clinical diagnostic testing available for people with genetic conditions and their families. We apply cutting edge technologies that provide a wide array of molecular genetic diagnostic tests, including whole exome sequencing and next-generation sequencing panels. To learn more about GeneDx, please visit our website at www.genedx.com.

Benefits:

  • Health,dental, vision, life insurance Long and short term disability plans 401K retirement savings plan with a company match
  • Flexible Spending Account Tuition Assistance, Employee Discounts
  • Paid Time Off Regular performance appraisals, merit increases
  • Work with a company of talented professionals dedicated to making GeneDx shine!
  • Supportive company structure- promoted 100 employees in the last year
  • Business casual environment, dog friendly
GeneDx is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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