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Discover your career at emory university: emory university is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the futureWe welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic communityDescription: dedicated to discovering causes, prevention, treatments, and cures, yerkes national primate research center (nprc) is fighting diseases and improving human health and lives worldwideOne of seven nprcs funded by the nih, yerkes conducts studies that make breakthrough discoveries possibleLearn more at http://www.yerkes.emory.edu
The division of microbiology & immunology within yerkes national primate research center at emory university is currently seeking a full time assistant scientist, bioinformatics to join drSteven bosinger’s lab to work on experimental vaccines againsthiv in the context of nhp hiv models of infectionThis position will work as part of a large, nih funded multi-center consortium and will employ advanced computational analysis of b cell repertoire dataThe position will allow for the successful applicant to obtain any necessary additional bioinformatic or computational training to complete the projectThe position will also offer the opportunity to write and publish several manuscripts from this and other projects.
CollaborateInnovateServeThese three simple words capture what we do at yerkes to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primatesIf you are someone with designing, developing, and programming experience who is familiar with bioinformatics analysis of ngs data this is an amazing opportunity to indirectly save and change lives and make a positive impact in the science and research community.
The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for researchThe assistant scientist, bioinformatics will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center membersThe assistant scientist, bioinformatics will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, pi’s, research staff, students, and other support services.
Job description:
B lymphocyte repertoire sequences
Single-cell rna-seq data
Rna-seq
Whole genome sequence data
10x genomics single-cell and sequence data
Data from other next generation sequencing applications
Management and dissemination of datasets
Under minimal supervision, the assistant scientist, bioinformatics performs a wide range of highly technical and complex bioinformatics procedures.
Qualification for this position requires demonstrated expertise in designing and developing software, databases, and interfaces for analyzing and manipulating research data applications including expertise with simple programming using
Perl/python or java, statistical programming, web-development, and database query through sql.
This role collaborates with researchers to develop high throughput data processing and analysis capability.
Directs and guides database searches and the computational analysis of resulting data.
Provides direct technical support and helps guide, implement, and maintain further improvements to bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces and works with the entire bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix related issues.
May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate.
Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team.
Performs other responsibilities as required.
Minimum qualifications:
Phd in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science
Three years of experienceExperience prior to achieving the phd will be considered.
Preferred/desired qualifications:
Applicant with a background in bioinformatics and strong computer science with an advanced degree in computational biology, bioinformatics or a related computer science discipline preferred
Demonstrable experience writing code to solve biological problems
R/bioconductor proficiency highly preferred
Experience working with rna-seq is a significant strength
Programming experience in c/c++, python, java or perl is a significant plus
Excellent communication and scientific writing skills
Motivation to turn data into manuscripts.
Working environment:
Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse
Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals
Pre-employment screening statement:
Yerkes nprc in conjunction with emory university conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which may include an ina and criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications, drug screening, and health assessmentEmployment is contingent upon a clear background screening.
Note: this role will be granted the opportunity to work from home regularly but must be able to commute to emory university location as neededEmory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employeeEmory supports a diverse and inclusive culture: to ensure the safety of our campus community, the covid-19 vaccine is requiredFor more information on the university and hospital policies and potential exemptions, please see our website.
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