Bioinformatician I (Temp)

University of Alabama at Birmingham; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 52,555 - 68,320; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Bioinformatician I to perform data management, quality control, and analysis tasks related to high-dimensional data. Responsibilities include processing next-generation sequencing data, assisting with grant development, and maintaining bioinformatics databases. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics or a related field and possess strong knowledge of bioinformatics and statistics. The role is based onsite in Birmingham, Alabama with a salary range of $52,555–$68,320.

Responsibilities

• Perform data and analysis-related tasks including next-generation sequencing data processing.
• Assist with the development of grant applications and preparation of scientific papers.
• Maintain knowledge of current changes and developments in the bioinformatics fields.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and propose software upgrades.
• Provide consultation services and training on bioinformatics concepts, applications, and tools.
• Design, develop, and implement software workflows and analytical procedures.
• Participate in informatics projects and support departmental needs.

Skills

Ability to work as part of a team

Knowledge of theoretical and applied statistics

Knowledge of molecular biology

Knowledge of bioinformatics

Analytical skills

Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biological Sciences, Computer Science or a related field

Job description

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Temporary Services is seeking a Bioinformatician I position to perform data management, quality control, data processing, data analysis and other bioinformatics related tasks on high-dimensional data in coordination with study investigators and other computing and bioinformatics staff in the assigned department. The role should determine applicable commonly-available, widely accepted and well-understood bioinformatics tools and technologies, stay abreast of recent literature and other new developments, and incorporate them into existing data analysis protocols and pipelines to support high quality, reproducible research in any science discipline or disease.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs data and analysis-related tasks, including but not limited to processing next‑generation sequence data (NGS) applications, manipulating common genomic file formats (e.g. FASTQ, SAM, BAM) for NGS experiments, performing quality control for genome‑wide association studies (GWAS) or NGS studies, performing downstream analyses, and recommending, creating and maintaining local bioinformatics databases, as well as making proper use of public databases.
• May convert study data to and from common genetic (e.g. PLINK, VCF) file formats.
• Assists with the development of grant applications, presentation of results and preparation of scientific papers for publication.
• Participates in formal and informal training activities, monthly journal clubs and grant writing meetings.
• Maintains knowledge of current changes and developments in the bioinformatics fields through publications, communicating with subject matter experts, and attending related workshops and conferences.
• Identifies and resolves technical issues and proposes upgrades to current software, evaluates and identifies new technologies for implementation, and interfaces with high‑performance computing staff as needed.
• Provides consultation services and training on bioinformatics‑related concepts, applications and tools.
• Designs, develops and implements software workflow, pipelines and tools, and analytical procedures supporting bioinformatics analysis.
• Participates in informatics projects providing evaluation, design and building of databases, web applications and other services to support the needs of investigators and departmental needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary range is $52,555–$68,320. Shift: day shift 8‑5 Mon‑Fri.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biological Sciences, Computer Science or a related field. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Knowledge of theoretical and applied statistics, and molecular biology
• Knowledge of bioinformatics
• Analytical skills
• Problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Detail oriented
• Organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Primary Location: Temporary Services
Job Category: UAB Temporary Services
Organization: 114402000 Temporary Services
Employee Status: Temporary
Shift: Day/1st Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.