Bioinformatics Research Analyst - Neurology

Myana; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 41,700 - 75,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4 weeks caregiver leave

Tuition assistance for family

Metro U‑Pass transit

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis, WashU Medicine—Department of Neurology—seeks a Bioinformatics Research Analyst for the NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center (NGI).

This role centers on big-data biomedical research blending genetics, multi-omics, biomarkers, clinical and histopathology to understand Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Ideal candidates hold a Master’s degree and a scientific background; responsibilities include grant reporting, collaboration with partners, data storage,

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2 years relevant work experience required; Masters may substitute.
• Strong background in bioinformatics and omics data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Implements algorithms and software for analyzing omics-based data sets.
• Coordinates research projects with investigators and institutions.
• Participates in hypothesis development and experimental design.
• Assists with reporting methods, data and results.

Skills

Alzheimer’s Disease

Analytical Thinking

Bioinformatics Tools

Communication

Complex Data Analysis

Computational Biology

Gene Expression Microarray

Genome Sequencing

Group Problem Solving

Human Genetics

Java

MATLAB

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Tools

Java

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

The WashU Medicine, Department of Neurology, has an opening for a Bioinformatics Research Analyst to join the NeuroGenomics and Informatics Center (NGI). This position is ideally suited for individuals that have finalized their scientific Masters degree to hone their bioinformatics skills in the context of biomedical research. The successful candidate will be involved in projects that handle big‑data research, bundling genetics, multi‑omics, biomarker, clinical, and histopathological data, to better understand Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

Overall, this research will contribute importantly to the discovery of novel risk genes, steer basic research and drug development, and advance personalized medicine. The successful candidate will also help with assisting ongoing research in the lab, providing support on matters such as grant reporting, working with collaborators, data applications and storage, lab orders, establishing documentation and protocols, etc.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Implements algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics‑based data sets (high‑throughput, massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical); data management and analysis solutions that aid in the storage, investigation, and dissemination of large data sets.
• Coordinates research projects with other investigators and institutions.
• Participates in developing hypotheses and experimental design.
• Assists with reporting of methods, data, and results.

Working Conditions

Job Location / Working Conditions

• Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
• Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movements (PC typing).

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: Relevant Experience (2 Years).

Skills: Not Applicable.

Driver’s License: A driver’s license is not required for this position.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree.

Certifications / Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

• Alzheimer’s Disease
• Analytical Thinking
• Bioinformatics Tools
• Communication
• Complex Data Analysis
• Computational Biology
• Functional Genomics
• Gene Expression Microarray
• Genome Sequencing
• Group Problem Solving
• Human Genetics
• Java (Programming Language)
• MATLAB
• Model Organism
• Python (Programming Language)

Grade

R09

Salary Range

$41,700.00 - $75,600.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.