Job ID: 92076-AS
Job date: 2017-09-22
End Date:
Company : University of Wisconsin-Madison Country : Role : Other
Job date: 2017-09-22
End Date:
Company : University of Wisconsin-Madison Country : Role : Other
Job Description:
The David O'Connor AIDS Vaccine Research Laboratory is looking for an Information Processing Consultant who has a strong background applying computational and statistical methods to genomics data. MINIMUM NUMBER OF YEARS AND TYPE OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: Understanding of genetics/genomics concepts required. Academic and demonstrable professional success developing, implementing, and/or managing systems and databases required. Typically this will require at least two years of bioinformatics experience working in a mammalian genomics laboratory and/or database-backed software development. The successful applicant will be a demonstrated self-starter with the ability to multitask and drive projects to completion. Familiarity with tools for the analysis of deep sequencing data preferred. Expertise in developing customized solutions for complex challenges in genomics or immunology preferred. The successful applicant will have intermediate to expert knowledge of Python, scientific computing tools for Python (e.g., core packages in the SciPy stack), and significant professional experience with at least one relational database (PostgreSQL preferred). Database expertise should be sufficient to create schemas to represent complex biological data, and the applicant should be proficient at authoring SQL queries. The successful candidate is expected to be proficient in the creation of unit tests, analysis and debugging software code. Additionally, candidate must have experience with code versioning tools (e.g. SVN and GitHub) to support the development and maintenance of reliable, portable, and reproducible analyses. Basic understanding of front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 is desirable, as is experience with R programming language. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to work with diverse groups of faculty, researchers, study personnel and support staff across departments is essential. DEGREE AND AREA OF SPECIALIZATION: Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Statistics, Math, Physics, Engineering, Computer Sciences or other hard science required. Strong background applying computational and statistical methods to genomics data preferred.
Additional Info:
WORK TYPE: STAFF-FULL TIME DEPARTMENT: SMPH/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH LOCATION: MADISON CATEGORIES: INFORMATION SYSTEMS/TECHNOLOGY, RESEARCH, SCIENTIFIC ADVERTISED SALARY: Minimum $42,167 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The David O'Connor AIDS Vaccine Research Laboratory is looking for an Information Processing Consultant who has a strong background applying computational and statistical methods to genomics data. MINIMUM NUMBER OF YEARS AND TYPE OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: Understanding of genetics/genomics concepts required. Academic and demonstrable professional success developing, implementing, and/or managing systems and databases required. Typically this will require at least two years of bioinformatics experience working in a mammalian genomics laboratory and/or database-backed software development. The successful applicant will be a demonstrated self-starter with the ability to multitask and drive projects to completion. Familiarity with tools for the analysis of deep sequencing data preferred. Expertise in developing customized solutions for complex challenges in genomics or immunology preferred. The successful applicant will have intermediate to expert knowledge of Python, scientific computing tools for Python (e.g., core packages in the SciPy stack), and significant professional experience with at least one relational database (PostgreSQL preferred). Database expertise should be sufficient to create schemas to represent complex biological data, and the applicant should be proficient at authoring SQL queries. The successful candidate is expected to be proficient in the creation of unit tests, analysis and debugging software code. Additionally, candidate must have experience with code versioning tools (e.g. SVN and GitHub) to support the development and maintenance of reliable, portable, and reproducible analyses. Basic understanding of front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML5, and CSS3 is desirable, as is experience with R programming language. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to work with diverse groups of faculty, researchers, study personnel and support staff across departments is essential. DEGREE AND AREA OF SPECIALIZATION: Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Statistics, Math, Physics, Engineering, Computer Sciences or other hard science required. Strong background applying computational and statistical methods to genomics data preferred.
Requeriments :
Skills :
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- genomic
- HTML
- immunology
- JavaScript
- Programing in Python
- Programming in R
- Software Design
- SQL
- Statistics
Areas :
Additional Info:
WORK TYPE: STAFF-FULL TIME DEPARTMENT: SMPH/PATHOL-LAB MED/ANAT PATH LOCATION: MADISON CATEGORIES: INFORMATION SYSTEMS/TECHNOLOGY, RESEARCH, SCIENTIFIC ADVERTISED SALARY: Minimum $42,167 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]