Computational Biologist – Tufts University School of Medicine, USA-MA-Boston

Job ID: 5402
Job date: 2016-04-13
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Company : Tufts University 

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Role : Postdoc 


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Computational BiologistTufts University School of MedicineDevelopmental, Molecular and Chemical BiologyUSA-MA-Boston I am seeking a computational biologist to work on a cutting edge bioinformatics project as part of the DARPA funded initiative called “Communicating with Computers.” This is a multicenter project to use natural language to converse with computers about biological pathways with a cancer emphasis. The primary responsibility will be to develop agent based programs that can conduct dialogs regarding biological pathways. Knowledge of Natural Language Processing is helpful, but not essential. The applicant should have a working knowledge of biological concepts, networks, databases and standards such as biopax. The applicant should be able to program in Python and have a knowledge of web based programming, KQML, and SQL. Masters or PhD in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology
Demonstrated programing proficiency in Python
Working knowledge of biological pathway and sequence databases
Familiarity with SQL and web based programming protocols
Familiarity with and NLP and computational linguistics preferred
Must have good communication skills and ability to work cooperatively

Tufts University is an AA/EO employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds. Please see the Tufts University non-discrimination statement.   (http://oeo.tufts.edu/non-discrimination-statement/).Job Information Position Type: Computational Biologist Start Date: ASAP Duration: Full Time Status: openContact InformationTufts University School of Medicine
Developmental, Molecular and Chemical Biology
Prof. Brent Cochran
bioinformaticspostdoc@pobox.comHow To Apply:Email your CV to bioinformaticspostdoc@pobox.com


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