Bioinformatics Research Assistant (Part-Time) - Medical Oncology
About the role
WashU, Division of Oncology, in the laboratory of Dr. Jessica Silva Fisher is seeking a Bioinformatics Research Assistant to assist with research projects including computational data analysis and documentation in the field of hematological malignancies and breast cancer. The Silva-Fisher lab is a RNA Cancer Biology lab that focuses on identifying and characterizing lncRNA-protein interactions and RNA modifications. This position assists with research projects including computational data analysis and documentation of experimental results. This will be a part-time position for 6 months with options for continuation to a full time 40 hour week employee paid position.
Location: Saint Louis, MO 63110
Working conditions: Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards. Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals. Normal office environment. Physical effort: typically sitting at desk or table; repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement. Equipment: office equipment.
Responsibilities
- Assists research studies with implementation of existing algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics-based data sets, data management and analysis solutions that assist in storage, investigation and dissemination of large data sets.
- Works with research team to develop new algorithms to support studies.
- Assists with reporting of methods, data and results.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
- No specific certification or professional license required.
- No specific work experience required.
- Driver's license not required.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications:
- Relevant experience (1 year)
Skills
- Analytical Thinking