Job ID: 2016-3431
Job date: 2017-07-08
End Date:
Company : Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Country : Role : Postdoc
Job date: 2017-07-08
End Date:
Company : Dana-Farber Cancer Institute Country : Role : Postdoc
Job Description:
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a POSTDOCTORAL COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGIST AND DATA SCIENTIST FELLOW, under the Van Allen lab ( http://vanallenlab.dana-farber.org/ ) and the Center for Cancer Precision Medicine (http://www.dana-farber.org/newsroom/news-releases/joint-center-for-cancer-precision-medicine-established.aspx) to work on the analysis of new datasets generated in the context of multiple clinically oriented cancer sequencing projects in order help advance efforts for precision cancer medicine. The qualified candidate will specifically focus on new algorithms for the clinical integration of whole transcriptome (RNA) sequencing with existing exome/genome (DNA) sequencing to enable new discoveries in patients under multiple contexts. The candidate will also evaluate and integrate existing tools and databases into high-throughput pipelines, and facilitate the display and the distribution of processed data. These projects include:
Additional Info:
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law. [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute seeks a POSTDOCTORAL COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGIST AND DATA SCIENTIST FELLOW, under the Van Allen lab ( http://vanallenlab.dana-farber.org/ ) and the Center for Cancer Precision Medicine (http://www.dana-farber.org/newsroom/news-releases/joint-center-for-cancer-precision-medicine-established.aspx) to work on the analysis of new datasets generated in the context of multiple clinically oriented cancer sequencing projects in order help advance efforts for precision cancer medicine. The qualified candidate will specifically focus on new algorithms for the clinical integration of whole transcriptome (RNA) sequencing with existing exome/genome (DNA) sequencing to enable new discoveries in patients under multiple contexts. The candidate will also evaluate and integrate existing tools and databases into high-throughput pipelines, and facilitate the display and the distribution of processed data. These projects include:
- Prospective clinical sequencing to guide the care of cancer patients
- Studies of RNA-based drivers of cancer development and treatment response (alternative splicing, differential gene expression)
- Studies of patient samples for tumor behavior and clinical outcomes in context of immunotherapy
- Creation of new algorithms that effectively integrate RNA sequencing data for clinical utility
Qualifications
Requirements: A top-tier Ph.D. in bioinformatics, genetics, statistics, mathematical, physical, or computer science, or comparable research experience, together with significant experience in computer programming and computational biological applications. A strong background in statistics and biology. Experience managing and curating large datasets and with machine learning techniques desired. Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to perform both self-directed and guided research are required. Must demonstrate outstanding personal initiative and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. Ability to meet deadlines and efficiently multitask is a must.Requeriments :
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Additional Info:
Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute brings together world renowned clinicians, innovative researchers and dedicated professionals, allies in the common mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS and related diseases. Combining extremely talented people with the best technologies in a genuinely positive environment, we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all ages; we conduct research that advances treatment; we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers; we reach out to underserved members of our community; and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other groups as protected by law. [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]