Bioinformaticist

A.I.S. Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A.I.S. Inc. is seeking a Bioinformaticist to support the SEFSC Marine Mammal & Turtle Division in Miami, Florida. The role involves conducting research to advance laboratory techniques for understanding marine species distribution and abundance.

The ideal candidate will employ molecular techniques and analyze genomic datasets, contributing to collaborative efforts across the NMFS Omics network. Candidates should have experience in statistical and computational methods related to bioinformatics.

Qualifications

• Experience with genomic data analysis techniques like RADseq and WGS.
• Familiarity with population genomics and metabarcoding.
• Ability to work within the NMFS Omics network.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to improve data analysis techniques.
• Refine molecular techniques for investigating marine organisms.
• Analyze genomic datasets and assess marine species distribution.

Skills

Statistical analysis

Computational techniques

Molecular techniques

Genomic dataset analysis

Education

Master's degree or Ph.D. in Bioinformatics or related field

Tools

Python

R

Bioconductor

Job description

A.I.S., Inc. (AIS) is a national scientific services firm supporting maritime activities requiring certification of compliance with environmental regulations as well as collecting data for use by Federal, State, Municipal, and other government agencies along the US coastline. AIS is looking for a Bioinformaticist to support SEFSC Marine Mammal & Turtle Division (MMTD).

Primary Function: The Bioinformaticist will conduct and support research to improve laboratory and data analysis techniques to understand the distribution and abundance of marine and anadromous species at SEFSC MMTD. The role involves developing, refining, and utilizing molecular techniques to investigate marine organisms; analyzing genomic datasets including RADseq, WGS, population genomics, metabarcoding, and eDNA; and participating in the NMFS Omics network of bioinformaticists and Omics specialists across NMFS.

Duties / Responsibilities

Use statistical and computational approaches to assess data and r...