Remote Genomics Research Assistant (Part-Time)

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan options

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

The Computational Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota will support the development, testing, validation, and documentation of genomic software within the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. The role focuses on implementing designs for data integration, analysis, and visualization using modern computational tools.

The position offers remote work more than 50% with flexible scheduling (about 10 hours per week) to align with academic commitments, and includes

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate degree program in computer science, data science, biology, genetics, bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Familiarity with genetics, genomics, or genomic data.
• Familiarity with GitHub or similar version-control tools.
• Familiarity with AI-assisted coding or software-development tools.
• Ability to implement work from detailed written specifications.
• Ability to systematically test work and document results.
• Ability to communicate clearly in a remote working environment.

Responsibilities

• Implement and test computational genomics software following established design specifications.
• Validate genomic analyses and software using representative datasets.
• Document software behavior, data structures, workflows, and testing procedures.
• Coordinate with the research and clinical team to review specifications, progress, and results.

Skills

Genomics familiarity

GitHub proficiency

AI-assisted coding

Independent implementation

Testing & documentation

Remote communication

Education

Undergrad/grad degree in CS/DS/biology/genetics/bioinformatics

Tools

GitHub

AI-assisted coding tools

Job description

The Computational Research Assistant at the University of Minnesota will support the development, testing, validation, and documentation of genomic software within the Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology. The role focuses on implementing designs for data integration, analysis, and visualization using modern computational tools.

The position offers remote work more than 50% with flexible scheduling (about 10 hours per week) to align with academic commitments, and includes