Computational Biologist- Tumor Biology

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Job date: 2017-07-04
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Company : Tempus 

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Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated and capable cancer biologist with extensive experience and interest in translational cancer research and biomarker development. This position experience with scientific programming and a deep understanding of the cell biology, tumor biology, pathology, and the progression of cancer. Top candidates will also have experience translating research findings into clinically relevant and actionable information.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Design and conduct analysis to identify novel genetic biomarkers and molecular phenotypes based on an understanding of tumor biology. These involve analyses of pathways, regulatory networks and sequencing data.

2. Translate insight from model systems into predictors and classifiers of therapeutic response and prognosis in clinical cancer care.

3. Collaborate with bioinformaticians, scientists, and clinicians to design and perform analyses and model tumor biology.

3. Work in interdisciplinary groups of scientists, engineers, and product developers to translate research into clinically actionable insights for our clients.

4. Manage and contribute to building the Tempus knowledge databases.

5. Produce high quality and detailed documentation for all projects.

Required Experience:

  • Must have completed a Ph.D. in Cancer Biology or Molecular Biology related to cancer.
  • Computational skills using R, Bioconductor, and/or Python.
Ideal candidates will possess:
  • Experience in cancer genetics, immunology, or molecular biology
  • Experience working with next-generation sequencing data
  • Self-driven and works well in interdisciplinary teams
  • Experience with communicating insights and presenting concepts to a diverse audience
  • Demonstrated ability to conceive, implement, and evaluate research projects for complex biological problems


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