Bioinformatics Research Analyst McDonnell Genome Institute
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Job Location:
Forest Park, OH - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 41700 - 75600
Posted on:
16 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Scheduled Hours
40Position Summary
Provides critically complex research and experimentation for department/s allowing the advancement of scientific analysis and discovery. Serves as a subject matter expert offering support training and guidance relative to the discipline/area. May participate and/or present on the research developed or the established work of those within the department.determines the functional impact of genetic variants (mutations) by engineering those variants into human cells. We use high content confocal microscopy and deep neural networks (machine learning) to uncover these often-subtle phenotypes from cells with patient-relevant mutations. We are seeking an individual who wants to work primarily on the analytical end of the spectrum wrangling data running machine learning models and doing complex analyses. A background in these areas is good and we will train on all the specifics. We hope to find an individual that already has a good understanding of cell biology molecular biology and addition to computational work this individual will also likely perform some cell culture and molecular biology.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Implements: Algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics-based data sets high-throughput massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical; Data management and analysis solutions that aid in the storage investigation and dissemination of large data sets.
- Coordinates research project with other investigators and institutions.
- Participates in developing hypotheses and experimental design.
- Assists with reporting of methods data and results.
- Think for yourself and ability to work independently and rapidly.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals
Normal office environment.
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist hand or finger movement (PC Typing).
Equipment
Office equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Bachelors degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Drivers License:
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Masters degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Analytical Thinking Bioinformatics Tools Communication Complex Data Analysis Computational Biology Critical Reasoning Gene Expression Microarray Genome Sequencing Group Problem Solving Human Genetics Model OrganismGrade
R09Salary Range
$41700.00 - $75600.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including ones qualifications and performance equity with others in the department market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation please emailor call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and if requested reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job absent undue hardship.Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and as applicable for the position other background checks drug screen an employment and education or licensure/certification verification physical examination certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation 10 recognized holidays and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges annual health screenings mental health resources mindfulness programs and courses employee assistance program (EAP) financial resources access to dietitians and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care Weve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Spss
- Data Collection
- R
- Stata
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Data Mining
- Calculus
- Market Research
- Operations Research
- SAS
- Data Analysis Skills
