Bioinformatics Analyst

About the role

The Bandopadhayay Laboratory, based at the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Broad Institute, seeks a Bioinformatics Analyst to join efforts in developing and applying cutting-edge genomic technologies to determine optimal treatment strategies for children with brain tumors. This position is co-mentored by Dr. Rameen Beroukhim.

Responsibilities

• Apply existing analytic algorithms to large genomic datasets.
• Work with researchers and computational biologists to develop and code new algorithms.
• Interact with users and other stakeholders to determine and prioritize requirements.
• Interprets complex biological information.
• Performs tasks to reduce and consolidate output from software.
• Maintains the computational infrastructure and controls the flow of samples and information for large-scale studies.
• Monitors new data from public databases, finds and loads missed data, cleans loaded data to satisfy quality control criteria.
• Directs and guides DNA, RNA and protein sequence database searches and the computational analysis of resulting data.
• Implements end-users’ needs in database searching and integration.
• Recognizes and reports problems with the data management process and fixes the problems whenever possible.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, Master's degree preferred or Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computer science, or the life sciences with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with simple programming using Perl/Python or Java, C/C++, statistical programming using R or related tools, web-development, and database query through SQL.
• Familiarity with principles of experimental design and modern data analysis paradigms.
• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum two-year commitment is required.
• Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life-changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care.
• Must be able to query various sources for the information needed; i.e., the Web, publications, and internal DFCI resources.
• Must be able to recognize and report problems with the data management process and fix the problems whenever possible.

Skills

• Familiarity with simple programming using Perl/Python or Java, C/C++, statistical programming using R or related tools, web-development, and database query through SQL.
• Familiarity with principles of experimental design and modern data analysis paradigms.
• Strong interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management skills.

Benefits

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute offers a supportive and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As a leader in cancer research and patient care, we strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive.

Pay

$58,400.00 - $80,400.00

Schedule

Full-time