Computational Specialist-Beckman Core Technology Resource Centers

Stanford University School of Medicine; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford University School of Medicine seeks an entry-level Computational Specialist to support data analysis and data management across the CSIF, PAN, and FACS facilities. This role suits a recent bachelor’s or master’s graduate with programming experience who wants to apply computational skills to biological data.

You will work with directors, facility staff, and diverse research labs to advance imaging, sequencing, and flow cytometry projects, contributing to publications and maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related scientific field required.
• General computer skills and ability to learn software quickly.
• Experience applying scientific principles to data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Plan experiments for research projects.
• Independently conduct experiments and maintain detailed records.
• Apply scientific methods to interpret analyses and suggest procedural changes.
• Review literature to stay current with new procedures.
• Contribute to publication of findings and assist with proposals.
• Maintain lab stock, inventory, and safety records; provide general lab support.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students.

Skills

Programming experience

Data analysis

Lab data management

Education

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field

Job description

Job Description

The Beckman Center for Molecular and Genetic Medicine at Stanford University is seeking an entry-level Computational Specialist to support data analysis and data management across three shared research facilities: the Cell Sciences Imaging Facility (CSIF), the Protein and Nucleic Acid Facility (PAN), and the FACS Facility. These facilities provide microscopy, mass spectrometry, sequencing, and flow cytometry services to research groups across Stanford.

This position is a good fit for a recent bachelor's or master's graduate with programming experience who wants to apply computational skills to biological data. The person in this role will work with the directors and staff of all three facilities and with a broad range of research labs.

Responsibilities

Core Duties

• Plan approach to experiments in support of research projects in lab and/or field based on knowledge of scientific theory.
• Independently conduct experiments; maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• Apply the theories and methods of a life science discipline to interpret and perform analyses of experiment results; offer suggestions regarding modifications to procedures and protocols in collaboration with senior researcher.
• Review literature on an ongoing basis to remain current with new procedures and apply learnings to related research.
• Contribute to publication of findings as needed. Participate in the preparation of written documents, including procedures, presentations, and proposals.
• Help with general lab maintenance as needed; maintain lab stock, manage chemical inventory and safety records, and provide general lab support as needed.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students on lab procedures or techniques.

Minimum Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree in related scientific field.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• General understanding of scientific principles. Demonstrated performance to use knowledge and skills when needed.
• Demonstrated ability to apply theoretical knowledge of science principals to problem solve work.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
• General computer skills and ability to quickly learn and master computer programs, databases, and scientific applications.
• Ability to work under deadlines with general guidance.
• Excellent organizational skills and demonstrated ability to accurately complete detailed work.