Responsibilities:
The Bioinformatics Research Specialist will perform basic and advanced analysis on data produced from next generation sequencing systems (DNA-seq, RNA-seq, metagenomics, ChIP-seq, etc.) as well as gene expression microarrays. Develop, improve, modify, and operate data analysis pipelines. Develop software or use extant software in conducting data analysis for NGS and microarray datasets at basic and advanced levels. Work closely with experimental researchers to generate/provide analysis reports, project reports and perform requested custom analyses. Post-processing statistical analysis of results and biological interpretation of data may also be required. Will be involved in the evaluation and recommendation of new software tools to meet the growing needs of the department. Will be involved in training members of the department on software usage and data analysis techniques.
Minimum Education:
Requires a Master’s Degree in Computer Science or Bioinformatics, with a background in the biological sciences
Minimum Experience:
Experience in desktop computing hardware, software, operating systems and desktop applications. Prefer end user support and training experience. Familiarity with object oriented analysis, design, and programming. Prefer cross training in a biological science.
EEO:
St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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