Scientist I, Single Cell Analysis Facility
- Employer
- Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
- Location
- Bethesda, MD, USA
- Start date
- Feb 14, 2019
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- Discipline
- Manufacturing & Production, Facilities & Site, Science/R&D, Biotechnology
- Required Education
- Doctorate/PHD/MD
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- BioCapital
Job Details
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist I to join the Single Cell Analysis Facility (SCAF) of the Center for Cancer Research (CCR) at NCI. The SCAF provides support for state of the art single cell sequencing technologies including 10X Genomics Chromium, BD Genomics Rhapsody, rare cell isolation platforms, and other emerging single cell technologies to basic and translational cancer research.
A Scientist I will:
- Work closely with other members of SCAF to process single cell genomics data and manage large datasets for multiple projects
- Will be integrally involved in the evaluation and establishment of emerging single cell methods and analysis tools
- Have a strong background in molecular and cell biology, and be motivated to expand their data analysis experience in the fast-moving field of single cell genomics
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of a Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education).
- No Experience is required beyond the Doctorate degree
- Strong communication skills - ability to explain both molecular biology and computational aspects of NextGen sequencing experiments
- Ability to manage large genomic datasets for multiple projects
- Experience running command line software
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong background in molecular biology, NextGen sequencing
- Experience in single cell genomics
- Bioinformatics and/or programming experience
- Experience with data management and databases
- Experience with automation using liquid handling robotics
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) | Drug Free Workplace (DFW)
Company
A rewarding career with global impact
Whether you’re an expert in your field or just starting out, we have a career opportunity for you. We’re always looking for people to join us in fulfilling the mission of the Frederick National Laboratory: discovery, innovation, and success in the biomedical sciences.
Our team of 2,400+ scientists, technicians, administrators, and support staff work at the forefront of basic, translational, and preclinical science, with a focus on cancer, AIDS, and other infectious diseases.
We collaborate with colleagues across the National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, and others throughout the National Institutes of Health. We also engage with extramural investigators in academia, government and industry.
Your path to joining our team begins with the desire to work for the only national laboratory dedicated to biomedical research. Our employees share a common desire to help make a difference in cancer research and public health concerns. As you search for a career that fits your education, skills, and abilities, explore the core values that guide us and emphasize work-life balance.
Discover why joining the Frederick National Laboratory team could be the most important career step you take
- Website
- https://frederick.cancer.gov/
- Phone
- 301-846-1000
- Location
-
8560 Progress Drive
Frederick
MD
21701
US
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