Job ID: 176401445
Job date: 2016-12-16
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Company : Des Moines University Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job date: 2016-12-16
End Date:
Company : Des Moines University Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job Description:
Provide statistical programming and analytic support to Dr. Dai's research associated with the human population health data and high-throughput data including next-generation sequencing data. Run data management including, but not limited to, data cleaning, creation/transfers, integrity checks, and quality control. Perform data analyses. Maintain data/databases/data system. Develop and maintain coding manuals and other user documentation. Improve analysis pipelines including those processing next generation sequencing data. Participate in addressing questions that will arise from collaborative researchers/students seeking even more from the rich data. Participate in other research activities. Dr. Dai's research is in the multidisciplinary field of nutrition, epigenetics, epidemiology, and cardiovascular disease in the human population. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform SAS and R programming required for high-throughput data including next-generation sequencing data and reporting. Develop and improve SAS macros and R coding to expedite SAS and R programming activities. Perform statistical analyses and interpret the results. Data Management to ensure a high level of the data quality including high-throughput data like next-generation sequencing data for epigenomics. Participate in meetings and consultations with research team. Participate in preparing peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant applications. Communicate with research collaborators nationwide and with all levels of faculty, students and staff in the professional and cooperative manner. Supervise or assist other research staff, students, and mentees in the lab as needed Performs other job related duties and special projects as assigned. Participate in and successfully complete all University required training including, but not limited to discrimination/harassment and code of conduct. Qualifications/Education and/or Experience: QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computational biology, bioinformatics, mathematics, or related fields. Graduate degree (Master's or PhD) or bachelor's degree with at least twoyears of relevant professional experience preferred. Hands-on experience in statistical analyses of high-throughput data; particularly analysis of next-generation sequencing data from the human population preferred. ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Proficient SAS and R programming skills required Strong statistic or biostatistic analytic skills Ability to identify data issues, present problems, and implement solutions Ability to work independently as part of a nationwide research collaboration team Excellent knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Good organizational and time management skills Commitment to diversity and inclusivity. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Work extended hours as required or requested. Required Documents: Cover Letter, Reference Contact Information, Resume, Writing Samples
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Job Category: Staff Department: NIH-Dai 8/17 FLSA: Exempt Work Schedule: M-F 8:00a-5:00p Candidates with questions specific to this position may contact: Contact Name: Jun Dai Contact Email: jun.dai@dmu.edu Contact Phone Number: 515-271-1367[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
Provide statistical programming and analytic support to Dr. Dai's research associated with the human population health data and high-throughput data including next-generation sequencing data. Run data management including, but not limited to, data cleaning, creation/transfers, integrity checks, and quality control. Perform data analyses. Maintain data/databases/data system. Develop and maintain coding manuals and other user documentation. Improve analysis pipelines including those processing next generation sequencing data. Participate in addressing questions that will arise from collaborative researchers/students seeking even more from the rich data. Participate in other research activities. Dr. Dai's research is in the multidisciplinary field of nutrition, epigenetics, epidemiology, and cardiovascular disease in the human population. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform SAS and R programming required for high-throughput data including next-generation sequencing data and reporting. Develop and improve SAS macros and R coding to expedite SAS and R programming activities. Perform statistical analyses and interpret the results. Data Management to ensure a high level of the data quality including high-throughput data like next-generation sequencing data for epigenomics. Participate in meetings and consultations with research team. Participate in preparing peer-reviewed manuscripts and grant applications. Communicate with research collaborators nationwide and with all levels of faculty, students and staff in the professional and cooperative manner. Supervise or assist other research staff, students, and mentees in the lab as needed Performs other job related duties and special projects as assigned. Participate in and successfully complete all University required training including, but not limited to discrimination/harassment and code of conduct. Qualifications/Education and/or Experience: QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Minimum of Bachelor's degree in statistics, biostatistics, computational biology, bioinformatics, mathematics, or related fields. Graduate degree (Master's or PhD) or bachelor's degree with at least twoyears of relevant professional experience preferred. Hands-on experience in statistical analyses of high-throughput data; particularly analysis of next-generation sequencing data from the human population preferred. ESSENTIAL SKILLS: Proficient SAS and R programming skills required Strong statistic or biostatistic analytic skills Ability to identify data issues, present problems, and implement solutions Ability to work independently as part of a nationwide research collaboration team Excellent knowledge and skills with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint. Good organizational and time management skills Commitment to diversity and inclusivity. OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Work extended hours as required or requested. Required Documents: Cover Letter, Reference Contact Information, Resume, Writing Samples
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Job Category: Staff Department: NIH-Dai 8/17 FLSA: Exempt Work Schedule: M-F 8:00a-5:00p Candidates with questions specific to this position may contact: Contact Name: Jun Dai Contact Email: jun.dai@dmu.edu Contact Phone Number: 515-271-1367[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]