Assistant Scientist, Bioinformatics- School of Medicine, BMI

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University in Atlanta invites applications for an Assistant Scientist, Bioinformatics. Under minimal supervision, you will design and develop software, databases, and interfaces to analyze research data, using Perl/Python or Java, SQL, and statistical programming.

Collaborate with researchers to build high-throughput data processing capabilities, contribute to grant applications when needed, and work with the bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix issues.

Qualifications

• PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science and three years of experience.
• Experience prior to achieving the PhD will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Directs and guides database searches and the computational analysis of resulting data.
• Provides direct technical support and helps guide, implement, and maintain further improvements to bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces and works with the entire bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix related issues.
• May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

Skills

Python

Perl

Java

Statistical programming

Web development

SQL

Education

PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science

Tools

Database design

Job description

Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community.

Description

Under minimal supervision, the Assistant Scientist, Bioinformatics performs a wide range of highly technical and complex bioinformatics procedures. Qualification for this position requires demonstrated expertise in designing and developing software, databases, and interfaces for analyzing and manipulating research data applications including expertise with simple programming using Perl/Python or Java, statistical programming, web-development, and database query through SQL. This role collaborates with researchers to develop high throughput data processing and analysis capability.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and guides database searches and the computational analysis of resulting data.
• Provides direct technical support and helps guide, implement, and maintain further improvements to bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces and works with the entire bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix related issues.
• May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
• Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team.
• Performs other responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science and three years of experience.
• Experience prior to achieving the PhD will be considered.

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: [phone] (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD).

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