Job Description:
The Pipas laboratory is searching for a computational biologist to assist in our virus discovery program and in projects focused on the panviral proteome. The position has funding for up to two years and can start May 1, 2018. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduating major with programming experience. The Pipas laboratory takes pride in training and mentoring computational biologists in an environment that is stimulating and interactive. The computational biologist will be responsible for the analyses and interpretation of large high throughput biological datasets, including all those from NGS platforms such as RNA -seq (mRNA and miRNA expression), SNP , methylation and other emerging technologies. Responsibilities will include statistical analysis, algorithm and software development, and interpretation of results. The Incumbent programmer will also be responsible for communicating results by giving presentations and submitting written result reports to lab personnel. The selected candidate must be able to multitask, develop priorities efficiently, work in a collaborative environment and adapt to changing needs. Must have proficiency in at least one programming language like Java, Python, Perl, or Unix shell scripting. Education Required : Baccalaureate Minimum Related Experience Level Required : 1-2 years experience Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position : Bachelor’s degree in Computational Biology, Computer Science, or Biology required. Must have proficiency in at least one programming language like Java, Python, Perl, or Unix shell scripting.
Additional Info:
Required Licenses/Certifications Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks may be required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check. Assignment Category : Regular, Full-Time Percent Effort : 100 Scheduled Work Hours : 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours Campus : Pittsburgh University Benefits : The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including: • Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match • Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance • Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit) • Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Pipas laboratory is searching for a computational biologist to assist in our virus discovery program and in projects focused on the panviral proteome. The position has funding for up to two years and can start May 1, 2018. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduating major with programming experience. The Pipas laboratory takes pride in training and mentoring computational biologists in an environment that is stimulating and interactive. The computational biologist will be responsible for the analyses and interpretation of large high throughput biological datasets, including all those from NGS platforms such as RNA -seq (mRNA and miRNA expression), SNP , methylation and other emerging technologies. Responsibilities will include statistical analysis, algorithm and software development, and interpretation of results. The Incumbent programmer will also be responsible for communicating results by giving presentations and submitting written result reports to lab personnel. The selected candidate must be able to multitask, develop priorities efficiently, work in a collaborative environment and adapt to changing needs. Must have proficiency in at least one programming language like Java, Python, Perl, or Unix shell scripting. Education Required : Baccalaureate Minimum Related Experience Level Required : 1-2 years experience Additional Education and/or Experience Essential to the Position : Bachelor’s degree in Computational Biology, Computer Science, or Biology required. Must have proficiency in at least one programming language like Java, Python, Perl, or Unix shell scripting.
Requeriments :
Skills :
- Lunix/Unix
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Programing in Python
- Programing Skills
- Programming in Java
- Programming in PERL
- RNA-seq
- Shell scripting
- Software Design
- Statistics
Areas :
Additional Info:
Required Licenses/Certifications Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks may be required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Background Check : For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check. Assignment Category : Regular, Full-Time Percent Effort : 100 Scheduled Work Hours : 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. If Varied Work Schedule, Please Specify If Part Time, Actual Standard Weekly Hours Campus : Pittsburgh University Benefits : The University offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package for all full-time and part-time regular employees including: • Education benefits and a retirement plan with employer match • Group medical insurance, life insurance, and optional vision and dental insurance • Free transit service within Allegheny County for employees of the Oakland campus (Port Authority Transit) • Time off benefits including vacation, sick and personal time[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]