Job Description:
The Bioinformatics group develops and applies computational methods to explore biological processes at all levels of life systems organization from atomic to ecological. Management of experimental data, and its automation, is becoming increasingly important as the scale of experiments grows and diversifies. This position is responsible for support and operation of the Nautilus LIMS and its development as needed in conjunction with existing and new projects. Major Duties/Responsibilities:
Additional Info:
The Biosciences Division (BSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is focused on advancing science and technology to better understand complex biological systems and their relationship with the environment. BSD has expertise and special facilities in genomics, computational biology, microbiology, microbial ecology, biophysics and structural biology, and plant sciences. Research experiments include laboratory and field experimental data acquisition and management using the Nautilus laboratory information management system (LIMS). The ORNL Postgraduate Research Associates Program is administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security. Through specialized teams of experts, unique laboratory capabilities and access to a consortium of more than 100 major Ph.D.-granting institutions, ORAU works with federal, state, local and commercial customers to advance national priorities and serve the public interest. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and federal contractor, ORAU manages the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Learn more about ORAU at http://www.orau.org.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Bioinformatics group develops and applies computational methods to explore biological processes at all levels of life systems organization from atomic to ecological. Management of experimental data, and its automation, is becoming increasingly important as the scale of experiments grows and diversifies. This position is responsible for support and operation of the Nautilus LIMS and its development as needed in conjunction with existing and new projects. Major Duties/Responsibilities:
- Responsible for development and support of LIMS system and associated database and web interface
- Main point of contact for all LIMS support issues
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Nautilus and LIMS best practices
- Develop and maintain documentation describing the design of the LIMS including the overall architecture, all interfaces and code
- Develop and maintain user documentation and training in best practices
- As laboratory and sample processing procedures change, or new ones are developed, design and modify the LIMS system as needed
- Collaborate with internal and external researchers to analyze and interpret LIMS data
- Master’s degree in bioinformatics, computer science, mathematics, statistics or related discipline
- Applicants must have received their Master’s degree within five years of this application and must complete all degree requirements before starting their appointment.
- Computer programming experience preferably in C++ or Java
- Web app experience using JSP
- Relational database experience using SQL preferably Oracle
- Proficiency with word processing, web, and graphic design software
- Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate in English to a scientific audience
- Experience in biology, genomic sciences, or biochemistry
- Experience with LIMS implementation or configuration
Requeriments :
- M.Sc. or higher Degree in Bioinformatics
- M.Sc. or higher Degree in Computer Science
- M.Sc. or higher Degree in Statistics
Skills :
- Biochemistry
- Biology
- genomic
- LIMS
- Programing in C++
- Programing Skills
- Programming in Java
- Software Design
- SQL
Areas :
Additional Info:
The Biosciences Division (BSD) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is focused on advancing science and technology to better understand complex biological systems and their relationship with the environment. BSD has expertise and special facilities in genomics, computational biology, microbiology, microbial ecology, biophysics and structural biology, and plant sciences. Research experiments include laboratory and field experimental data acquisition and management using the Nautilus laboratory information management system (LIMS). The ORNL Postgraduate Research Associates Program is administered by Oak Ridge Associated Universities through its contract with the U.S. Department of Energy to manage the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE). ORAU provides innovative scientific and technical solutions to advance research and education, protect public health and the environment and strengthen national security. Through specialized teams of experts, unique laboratory capabilities and access to a consortium of more than 100 major Ph.D.-granting institutions, ORAU works with federal, state, local and commercial customers to advance national priorities and serve the public interest. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation and federal contractor, ORAU manages the Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education (ORISE) for the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). Learn more about ORAU at http://www.orau.org.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]