Bioinformatics Programmer

Job Summary

Uses professional bioinformatics concepts. Applies computational procedures to resolve a variety of analysis and research issues. Works on assignments of moderate scope where analysis of data requires a review of a variety of factors. Assists in additional analyses as needed to achieve research objectives.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes complex bioinformatics concepts to analyze, interpret or create complex biological or research data.
• Designs, develops, debugs and utilizes computer programs.
• Counsults with senior faculty regarding bioinformatics research projects.
• Conducts advanced bioinformatics programming and testing of new algorithms that interact with other related databases.
• Utilizes existing algorithms, techniques, and statistical methodologies to conduct moderately complex data analysis.
• Assists with development and implementation of changes to operational systems and databases.
• Performs complex data modeling, performance and integration testing, and builds user interfaces for a variety of internal and external constituents.
• Recommends changes in development and maintenance for analysis algorithms, tools and infrastructure.
• Maintains web pages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biological science, computational / programming, or related area and minimum three years of experience or equivalent experience / training.
• Working knowledge of bioinformatics methods and data structures.
• Working knowledge of applications programming and web development.
• Working knowledge of databases.
• Working project management skills.
• Working knowledge of modern biology and applicable field of research.
• Interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
• Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.

About the Department

The Department of Neurology is currently the largest recipient of NIH awards among departments of neurology in US medical schools and has many notable senior faculty including nine members of the Institute of Medicine, six members of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, three members of the National Academy of Sciences, and a Nobel laureate.

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

Additional Information

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