Job Description:
The Database Manager/Bioinformatician will provide bioinformatics support to the Enteric Diseases Laboratory Branch to aid in surveillance (cluster detection) and outbreak investigations of enteric bacterial pathogens.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform routine analysis of DNA fingerprints generated by PulseNet and network participants, using customized software (BioNumerics)
• Routinely perform management, curation and cluster analysis to aid in the detection of disease outbreaks
• Assist with the preparation of training materials and participate in the training of PulseNet network participants and other partners in the use of standardized genomic analytical procedures
• Assist with outbreak response activities during national and international foodborne disease outbreaks for the assigned pathogens
• Fulfill mandatory BioSafety and IT security training requirements
• Travel in order to 1) provide training to enhance the capacity of the local/international public health sector 2) provide outbreak response analysis efforts during national and international foodborne disease outbreak 3) present finding at scientific meetings
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and experience:
• Master’s degree, from an accredited academic institution, in a scientific discipline related to the responsibilities of the position
• 2-4 years of experience in the analysis of bacterial pathogens utilizing genomic analysis techniques
Required:
• Experience and knowledge of genomic analysis software as related to the detection of bacterial pathogens in clinical samples
• Experience with the analysis, curation and cluster analysis of disease outbreak data
• Experience with standard microbiological and molecular techniques
• Experience with outbreak support and consultation
• Documentation of daily work with good laboratory practice compliance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience writing project reports, research protocols and manuscripts
Desirable:
• Experience working in a CLIA environment
• Experience maintaining inventory of samples using MS Excel and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Experience in the preparation and training of others in DNA analysis techniques
• Familiarity with foodborne pathogens
• Experience working in a similar capacity in a Public Health setting
• Ability to work and build coalitions with partners involved, and develop strategies for effectively convey information to partners
• Ability to work independently and yet to maintain the flexibility to respond to requests for support of ongoing projects
Language Skills:
• The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English
REQUIREMENT:
• Must be United States citizen or permanent resident or have authorization for employment in the United States
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
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IHRC, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. It is the policy of IHRC, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, and veteran or disability status and to take affirmative action in accordance with applicable laws and Executive Orders.
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The Database Manager/Bioinformatician will provide bioinformatics support to the Enteric Diseases Laboratory Branch to aid in surveillance (cluster detection) and outbreak investigations of enteric bacterial pathogens.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform routine analysis of DNA fingerprints generated by PulseNet and network participants, using customized software (BioNumerics)
• Routinely perform management, curation and cluster analysis to aid in the detection of disease outbreaks
• Assist with the preparation of training materials and participate in the training of PulseNet network participants and other partners in the use of standardized genomic analytical procedures
• Assist with outbreak response activities during national and international foodborne disease outbreaks for the assigned pathogens
• Fulfill mandatory BioSafety and IT security training requirements
• Travel in order to 1) provide training to enhance the capacity of the local/international public health sector 2) provide outbreak response analysis efforts during national and international foodborne disease outbreak 3) present finding at scientific meetings
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and experience:
• Master’s degree, from an accredited academic institution, in a scientific discipline related to the responsibilities of the position
• 2-4 years of experience in the analysis of bacterial pathogens utilizing genomic analysis techniques
Required:
• Experience and knowledge of genomic analysis software as related to the detection of bacterial pathogens in clinical samples
• Experience with the analysis, curation and cluster analysis of disease outbreak data
• Experience with standard microbiological and molecular techniques
• Experience with outbreak support and consultation
• Documentation of daily work with good laboratory practice compliance
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience writing project reports, research protocols and manuscripts
Desirable:
• Experience working in a CLIA environment
• Experience maintaining inventory of samples using MS Excel and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Experience in the preparation and training of others in DNA analysis techniques
• Familiarity with foodborne pathogens
• Experience working in a similar capacity in a Public Health setting
• Ability to work and build coalitions with partners involved, and develop strategies for effectively convey information to partners
• Ability to work independently and yet to maintain the flexibility to respond to requests for support of ongoing projects
Language Skills:
• The candidate must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English
REQUIREMENT:
• Must be United States citizen or permanent resident or have authorization for employment in the United States
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
To apply for this position:
• If you are viewing this position on the IHRC Career Center , please click on the "Apply Now" button.
• If you are viewing this position on a site other than the IHRC Career Center , you may use the “click to apply” link, or you may apply by visiting our Career Center and searching for the position number listed at the top of this position description.
• To view all of our open positions, and to apply to those positions in which you may be interested, please visit our Career Center , which can also be reached by visiting www.ihrc.com/Careers and clicking on the “View Opportunities” link.
IHRC, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. It is the policy of IHRC, Inc. to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, and veteran or disability status and to take affirmative action in accordance with applicable laws and Executive Orders.
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