Bioinformatics Analyst III or IV
- Employer
- Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research
- Location
- Bethesda, MD, USA
- Start date
- Feb 27, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Bioinformatics
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- BioCapital
Job Details
KEY ROLES/RESPONSIBILITIES
The Bioinformatics Analyst will be responsible for both the computational handling and analysis of NextGen Sequences in multiple output file formats for multiple purposes, and for experimental input as part of a team to characterize microbiome samples.
This position will be filled at either the Bioinformatics Analyst III or IV level
- Will perform database management and utility programming
- Will use sequence data formats and processing from NextGen platforms (Illumina, 454, etc.)
- Will use common bioinformatics programs and databases in automated bioinformatics workflows
- Will use, maintain, or modify databases for storage of sequence and biosample information (SQL, MYSQL, or other database languages)
- Will program/script in C, C++, Perl, Python, and Shell
- Will use knowledge and experience to use bioinformatics tools for sequence identification, evaluation, and assembly (BLAST, BOWTIE, BWA, etc.)
- Will perform statistical data analysis, evaluation, and visualization
- Will use experience and ability in molecular biology to design and conduct experimental studies in molecular genetics
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bioinformatics Analyst III must have:
- Possession of an Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a related field (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education). Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
- In addition to education requirements, a minimum of five (5) years related experience in a laboratory environment with a strong background in database management and utility programming.
Bioinformatics Analyst IV must have:
- Possession of an Bachelor's degree (Master's degree) from an accredited college/university according to the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in a related field (Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education). Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency.
- In addition to education requirements, a minimum of eight (8) years related experience in a laboratory environment with a strong background in database management and utility programming.
Both Levels must have:
- Must have demonstrated experience with sequence data formats and processing from NextGen platforms (Illumina, 454, etc.)
- Ability to use common bioinformatic programs and databases in the area of automated bioinformatics workflows
- Ability to use, maintain, or modify microbiome analysis pipelines (Qiime, Mothur), and databases (Greengenes)
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to establish and manage databases for storage of sequence and biosample information (SQL, MYSQL, and other database languages)
- Ability to program/script in C, C++, Perl, Python, and Shell
- Demonstrated working knowledge of bioinformatics tools for sequence identification, evaluation and assembly (BLAST, BOWTIE, BWA, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience in statistical data analysis, evaluation and visualization, including strong working knowledge of statistical software (R, S, SPSS) and heatplots, cladograms, and other methods of data representation
- Strong working knowledge of phylogenetic reconstruction methods and programs
- Experience and abilities in molecular biology including ability to design and conduct experimental studies in molecular genetics
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively in a team-oriented work environment
- Ability to provide leadership, training, and mentoring to colleagues when needed
- Familiarity with laboratory experimental protocols used in data generation
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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