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Job date: 2018-02-02
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Company : George Washington University Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job date: 2018-02-02
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Company : George Washington University Country : Role : Research Scientist
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The Computational Biology Institute in the Milken Institute School of Public Health at The George Washington University is seeking a highly-motivated candidate for a position as a Research Scientist with the Next-Gen Sequencing ( NGS ) Core. A successful applicant will be ready and willing to assist with the startup for a brand-new facility and to guide the facility toward strong operations. The Core already possesses some of the most cutting-edge equipment necessary, with the goal of processing thousands of samples per year. The applicant should be prepared to lead the facility further still with regards to building up the resources of the Core and to hire new staff members. Responsibilities Include: - Lead the collaboratively efforts with faculty, staff, students, and collaborators - Lead the design of comprehensive project objectives - Manage the evaluation of data analytics and formulate informatics solutions; - Manage collaborative relationship relationships of key stakeholders to build a robust research infrastructure; - Develop and implement bioinformatics analyses, applications, and workflows; - Integrate statistical analyses to project design and data interpretations; - Manage NGS data analysis and delivery, pipeline development and automation; - Provide customer support for NGS data analysis results; - Manage the sale and marketing of the NGS Core; - Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a master’s degree/PhD and at least 5 years of experience in a related discipline, to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: - Master’s degree in life sciences or related field required, Ph.D. preferred - Two or more years of related genomics experience required - Essential knowledge of key biological processes and NGS technology desired - Concrete bioinformatics skills in analysis of data from various omic platforms - Experience in NGS data generation and analysis - Experience with the Illumina sequencing platform, especially MySeq and NextSeq - Two years of documented hands-on (wet lab) experience with NGS assay development, validation, troubleshooting, and reviewing of run QC data. - In-depth knowledge of different NGS platforms and technologies (experience with long reads sequencing is a plus). - Familiar with different NGS software platforms, bioinformatics pipelines and NGS data processing and interpretation solutions. - Technical expertise with other molecular technologies, including but not limited to: PCR , quantitative real-time PCR , digital PCR , NanoString, etc. is also highly desired. - Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, must display excellent leadership and people skills, and demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with others in a highly matrixed environment. - Self-motivated, demonstrated ability to work independently and learn quickly. - Goal oriented and focused on completing work on time. - Thrive in a highly interactive, fast-paced and dynamic team environment. - Able to quickly adapt to changing priorities and work well in fast pace environment and under pressure. - Fluent in English both oral and written and possess good communication and presentation skills. - Full understanding of laboratory requirements, SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance - Full knowledge of technical operating systems - Ability to independently optimize analytical methods - Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigations - Proven ability in technical writing skills - Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities - Effective written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skills - Time management and project management skills - Ability to mentor others on technical operating systems - Ability to independently review and understand project proposals/plans
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II. POSITION INFORMATION Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) Family : Research and Labs Sub-Family : Laboratory Research Stream : Individual Contributor Level Level 4 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm Position Designation: Essential: Employees who perform functions that have been deemed essential to maintaining business or academic operations. Employees are generally expected to work from home during an event and may be asked to physically report to work. Telework: Required Background Check : Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number: R000467 Job Open Date: 02/01/2018 Job Close Date: If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: Background Screening : Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Computational Biology Institute in the Milken Institute School of Public Health at The George Washington University is seeking a highly-motivated candidate for a position as a Research Scientist with the Next-Gen Sequencing ( NGS ) Core. A successful applicant will be ready and willing to assist with the startup for a brand-new facility and to guide the facility toward strong operations. The Core already possesses some of the most cutting-edge equipment necessary, with the goal of processing thousands of samples per year. The applicant should be prepared to lead the facility further still with regards to building up the resources of the Core and to hire new staff members. Responsibilities Include: - Lead the collaboratively efforts with faculty, staff, students, and collaborators - Lead the design of comprehensive project objectives - Manage the evaluation of data analytics and formulate informatics solutions; - Manage collaborative relationship relationships of key stakeholders to build a robust research infrastructure; - Develop and implement bioinformatics analyses, applications, and workflows; - Integrate statistical analyses to project design and data interpretations; - Manage NGS data analysis and delivery, pipeline development and automation; - Provide customer support for NGS data analysis results; - Manage the sale and marketing of the NGS Core; - Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position. Minimum Qualifications: Qualified candidates will hold a master’s degree/PhD and at least 5 years of experience in a related discipline, to include at least 2 years of research and/or college level teaching in a field basic to the work to be performed. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: - Master’s degree in life sciences or related field required, Ph.D. preferred - Two or more years of related genomics experience required - Essential knowledge of key biological processes and NGS technology desired - Concrete bioinformatics skills in analysis of data from various omic platforms - Experience in NGS data generation and analysis - Experience with the Illumina sequencing platform, especially MySeq and NextSeq - Two years of documented hands-on (wet lab) experience with NGS assay development, validation, troubleshooting, and reviewing of run QC data. - In-depth knowledge of different NGS platforms and technologies (experience with long reads sequencing is a plus). - Familiar with different NGS software platforms, bioinformatics pipelines and NGS data processing and interpretation solutions. - Technical expertise with other molecular technologies, including but not limited to: PCR , quantitative real-time PCR , digital PCR , NanoString, etc. is also highly desired. - Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, must display excellent leadership and people skills, and demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with others in a highly matrixed environment. - Self-motivated, demonstrated ability to work independently and learn quickly. - Goal oriented and focused on completing work on time. - Thrive in a highly interactive, fast-paced and dynamic team environment. - Able to quickly adapt to changing priorities and work well in fast pace environment and under pressure. - Fluent in English both oral and written and possess good communication and presentation skills. - Full understanding of laboratory requirements, SOPs, ICH guidelines, USP requirements and FDA guidance - Full knowledge of technical operating systems - Ability to independently optimize analytical methods - Ability to independently perform root cause analysis for method investigations - Proven ability in technical writing skills - Proven problem solving and troubleshooting abilities - Effective written and oral communication skills as well as presentation skills - Time management and project management skills - Ability to mentor others on technical operating systems - Ability to independently review and understand project proposals/plans
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II. POSITION INFORMATION Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C. College/School/Department: Milken Institute School of Public Health (SPH) Family : Research and Labs Sub-Family : Laboratory Research Stream : Individual Contributor Level Level 4 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Hours Per Week: 40 Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm Position Designation: Essential: Employees who perform functions that have been deemed essential to maintaining business or academic operations. Employees are generally expected to work from home during an event and may be asked to physically report to work. Telework: Required Background Check : Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Special Instructions to Applicants: Internal Applicants Only? No Posting Number: R000467 Job Open Date: 02/01/2018 Job Close Date: If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until: Background Screening : Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]