Job ID: 6278
Job date: 2016-11-01
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Company : Thermo Fisher Scientific Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job date: 2016-11-01
End Date:
Company : Thermo Fisher Scientific Country : Role : Research Scientist
Job Description:
Position Summary: Thermo Fisher seeks a talented bioinformatics scientist to join a multidisciplinary team focused on the development and use of genotyping platforms for research, biobank applications, direct-to-consumer genetic testing, and agri-genomics. The successful candidate will contribute to all aspects of the technology, including data mining, oligonucleotide probe design, algorithm development, and data analysis. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Data mining in Affymetrix' proprietary database and public databaseGenotyping microarray design in collaboration with customers and researchersAnalysis of large datasets, including internal data and customers' experimental resultsDevelopment of algorithms for genotyping, improvement of current and development of new QC metrics, assessing and improving probe performance through novel probe designInteracts with scientists across the organizationPresents results both internally as well at scientific meetings and conferencesParticipates in process and operation improvement opportunitiesResponds to internal and external inquiriesComplies with company quality management systems, policies and proceduresProvides mentorship, if applicableAdditional duties/responsibilities according to business needs Position Requirements: PhD in Bioinformatics, Statistical Genetics, or Genome Science with experience in genotyping and/or genetics or equivalent experience3+ years working experienceExcellent communication skillsStrong initiative and demonstrated ability to take ownership of challenging problems.Proficiency in R, SQL, and a scripting language such as Python or PerlProficiency with statistical tests, linear models, ANOVA, etcKnowledge of human genotyping imputation considered a strong plusExperience working with scientist customers or collaborators is a strong plus.Experience in analysis of microarray data considered a strong plus. Level of Autonomy and Complexity: Experienced professional with full comprehension of established principles, theories, concepts to resolve an extensive range of issuesDemonstrates good judgment in applying appropriate action resolve issues of diverse scope requiring analysis and evaluation of factorsContributes to establishment of organization's objectives; error in judgment or failure to achieve objectives will have crucial impact and will require extensive addition of resources to correct errors and achieve goalsReceives little instruction and creates own methods for resolution of everyday tasks; receives general directions for new projects; work is assessed for achievement of goals
Additional Info:
Bioinformatics Scientist Employer Thermo Fisher Scientific Location Santa Clara, California Salary Competitive Posted November 01 2016 Ref 41097BR Discipline Life Sciences, Biotechnology Send Save You need to sign in or create an account to save Apply Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and 50,000 employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Our five premier brands, Invitrogen, Applied Biosystems, Thermo Scientific, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services - offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
Position Summary: Thermo Fisher seeks a talented bioinformatics scientist to join a multidisciplinary team focused on the development and use of genotyping platforms for research, biobank applications, direct-to-consumer genetic testing, and agri-genomics. The successful candidate will contribute to all aspects of the technology, including data mining, oligonucleotide probe design, algorithm development, and data analysis. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Data mining in Affymetrix' proprietary database and public databaseGenotyping microarray design in collaboration with customers and researchersAnalysis of large datasets, including internal data and customers' experimental resultsDevelopment of algorithms for genotyping, improvement of current and development of new QC metrics, assessing and improving probe performance through novel probe designInteracts with scientists across the organizationPresents results both internally as well at scientific meetings and conferencesParticipates in process and operation improvement opportunitiesResponds to internal and external inquiriesComplies with company quality management systems, policies and proceduresProvides mentorship, if applicableAdditional duties/responsibilities according to business needs Position Requirements: PhD in Bioinformatics, Statistical Genetics, or Genome Science with experience in genotyping and/or genetics or equivalent experience3+ years working experienceExcellent communication skillsStrong initiative and demonstrated ability to take ownership of challenging problems.Proficiency in R, SQL, and a scripting language such as Python or PerlProficiency with statistical tests, linear models, ANOVA, etcKnowledge of human genotyping imputation considered a strong plusExperience working with scientist customers or collaborators is a strong plus.Experience in analysis of microarray data considered a strong plus. Level of Autonomy and Complexity: Experienced professional with full comprehension of established principles, theories, concepts to resolve an extensive range of issuesDemonstrates good judgment in applying appropriate action resolve issues of diverse scope requiring analysis and evaluation of factorsContributes to establishment of organization's objectives; error in judgment or failure to achieve objectives will have crucial impact and will require extensive addition of resources to correct errors and achieve goalsReceives little instruction and creates own methods for resolution of everyday tasks; receives general directions for new projects; work is assessed for achievement of goals
Requeriments :
Skills :
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- Microarray
- Programing in Python
- Programming in PERL
- Programming in R
- SQL
- SQL
- Statistics
Areas :
Additional Info:
Bioinformatics Scientist Employer Thermo Fisher Scientific Location Santa Clara, California Salary Competitive Posted November 01 2016 Ref 41097BR Discipline Life Sciences, Biotechnology Send Save You need to sign in or create an account to save Apply Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO) is the world leader in serving science, with revenues of $17 billion and 50,000 employees in 50 countries. Our mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We help our customers accelerate life sciences research, solve complex analytical challenges, improve patient diagnostics and increase laboratory productivity. Our five premier brands, Invitrogen, Applied Biosystems, Thermo Scientific, Fisher Scientific and Unity Lab Services - offer an unmatched combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and comprehensive support. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. [Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]