Research Informatics Scientist

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Job date: 2014-10-03
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Company : Sanofi 

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Role : Research Scientist 


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Location: Framingham, MA Job Category: Genzyme Jobs Requisition Number: 30034 Research Informatics Scientist-30034 Description Genzyme has pioneered the development and delivery of transformative therapies for patients affected by rare and debilitating diseases for over 30 years. We accomplish our goals through world-class research, collaboration with the global patient community, and with the compassion and commitment of our employees. With a focus on rare diseases and multiple sclerosis, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of the patients and families we serve. Genzyme's portfolio of transformative therapies, which are marketed in countries around the world, represent groundbreaking and life-saving advances in medicine. As a Sanofi company, Genzyme benefits from the reach and resources of one of the world's largest pharmaceutical companies, with a shared commitment to improving the lives of patients. Sanofi, an integrated global healthcare leader, discovers, develops and distributes therapeutic solutions focused on patients’ needs. Sanofi has core strengths in the field of healthcare with seven growth platforms: diabetes solutions, human vaccines, innovative drugs, consumer healthcare, emerging markets, animal health and the new Genzyme. Genzyme Corporation (a Sanofi company) and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Responsibilities We seek a highly motivated individual to work on a dynamic and cross-functional team involved in translational research leveraging genomics/informatics approaches. You will partner with scientific colleagues in functional genomics, disease biology, and clinical research groups throughout Genzyme on a wide variety of projects including but are not limited to of target identification, biomarker discovery, and mechanistic studies of disease and therapeutic action. Main responsibilities are the following:

  • Interface with research scientists and provide support as a genomics/informatics expert.
  • Function as a genomics/informatics lead starting from experimental design, quantitative data analysis, to functional interpretation of the results and generation of testable hypothesis from a number of genomics platforms, particularly next generation sequencing.
  • Prepare concise and insightful presentations, reports and manuscripts for internal and external presentations/publications.
  • Review and evaluate clinical and scientific literature to identify external genomics/informatics resources and analytical methodologies that are relevant to internal applications.
  • Collaborate with computational engineer to generate custom data analysis workflows that can be utilized by a wider group of scientists.
  • Advocate genomics/informatics approaches and benefits within the company.
Basic Qualifications Ph.D. degree in biological sciences, bioinformatics, biostatistics or computational biology and 5 years of academic or industrial research experience in genomic/informatics. Experience conducting biological/disease research using genomics approaches, genomics data analysis and functional interpretation is required. Experience with public databases and functional analysis tools such are 1000 genome, dbSNP, dbGAP, IPA, GeneGO is required. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of network analysis Knowledge of statistical analysis software such as R/BioConductor, Matlab, SAS, and/or JMP. Knowledge of visualization tools such as Spotfire, Pipeline Pilot, and/or Cytoscape. Knowledge of programming languages such as PERL, Python, and/or JAVA. #LI-GZ Job : R&D Program Management Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Framingham Other Locations : United States-Massachusetts-Waltham Job Posting : Sep 12, 2014, 8:56:58 AM Shift : Day Job Job Type : Regular Employee Status : Regular  


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