Bioinformatics Scientist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory

Lensa; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading career site for job seekers is seeking a Bioinformatics Scientist for the Division of Disease Control in NYC. This role involves developing analysis pipelines and collaborating on genomics to combat public health threats. Preferred qualifications include a Master’s or PhD and strong technical skills.

Benefits

Loan forgiveness programs

Premium-free health insurance

Pension and savings programs

Wellness programs

Work from home options

Job security

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in biological sciences or related fields.
• Experience in public health genomics research and related technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct bioinformatics analyses supporting public health efforts.
• Enhance genomic tools for diagnostic testing and outbreak tracking.

Skills

Linux command line

BASH scripting

R

Python

C

Java

SQL

NGS analysis tools

Genomics research

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s in a relevant field

Doctorate with research experience

Job description

Bioinformatics Scientist, Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory

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Job Description

Division/Program Summary: The Division of Disease Control’s mission is to safeguard the health of New Yorkers through identification, surveillance, treatment, control, and prevention of infectious diseases. The NYC Public Health Laboratory (PHL) is one of the largest local public health laboratories in the US, providing clinical and environmental testing services. PHL aims to support public health efforts through quality laboratory testing.

Position: Bioinformatics Scientist in PHL’s Bioinformatics Unit. Responsibilities include developing analysis pipelines, performing bioinformatics analyses on high throughput sequencing data, and supporting genomics analysis for public health threats like COVID-19, vaccine-preventable diseases, HIV, Legionella, and other outbreaks. This role offers collaboration with local, state, federal, and academic partners.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct bioinformatics analyses supporting public health efforts
• Develop and improve tools for pathogen identification, outbreak tracking, drug resistance mapping, variant analysis, genome annotation, and phylogenetics
• Enhance genomic tools for diagnostic testing from clinical and environmental samples
• Stay updated with scientific research and tools
• Mentor and cross-train staff and research fellows
• Collaborate on genomics data management and sharing
• Develop tools like dashboards or pipelines for non-bioinformaticians
• Represent the agency at meetings and conferences
• Draft protocols and maintain records of software tools
• Publish manuscripts based on data analyses
• Ensure quality assurance and control of HTS data, including SOPs and validation protocols
• Follow best practices in code development and documentation
• Lead and participate in presentations and workshops on data quality and security

Preferred Skills:

• Strong Linux command line and BASH scripting skills
• Proficiency in R, Python, C, Java, or similar languages
• Experience with SQL
• Experience with multi-core servers, automation, containerization, workflow languages
• Knowledge of NGS analysis tools and genome annotation
• Experience in public health genomics research
• MS or PhD in biological sciences, genomics, or related fields
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Why Work With Us:

• Loan forgiveness programs
• Benefits including premium-free health insurance, pension, savings programs, wellness programs
• Work from home options
• Job security and opportunity to contribute to NYC public health

Established in 1805, NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is dedicated to protecting and improving NYC residents' health. Our mission is to ensure everyone can achieve optimal health through various programs and initiatives.

Commitment to Equity: NYC is an inclusive employer committed to diversity and providing accommodations for applicants. Contact Sye-Eun Ahn for reasonable accommodations.

Qualifications:

• For Level I: Master’s in a relevant field

For Level II and above: Doctorate with supervisory or research experience, or Master’s with extensive research experience. All candidates need a Master’s at minimum and relevant experience.

Note: Probationary period of one year. Salary ranges from $95,070 to $109,330.

Additional Details:

Seniority: Entry level

Employment: Full-time

Job functions: Research, Analysis, IT

Industries: Healthcare, Non-profit, Government