Bioinformatics Software Engineer

About the role

The Bioinformatics Software Engineer develops and maintains bioinformatics software, databases, and tools. They assist in designing and executing data processing pipelines for genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic data, collaborating with research and clinical review teams to analyze experimental data and interpret results. Additionally, they contribute to integrating bioinformatics tools with other platforms and technologies, document software development processes and data analyses, and stay updated with the latest bioinformatics software and techniques.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain bioinformatics software, databases, and tools.
• Assist in the design and execution of data processing pipelines for genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic data.
• Collaborate with research and clinical review teams to analyze experimental data and interpret results.
• Contribute to the integration of bioinformatics tools with other platforms and technologies.
• Document and report on software development processes, data analyses, and results.
• Participate in team meetings and provide insights and updates on project statuses.
• Stay updated with the latest bioinformatics software and techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Java.
• Experience in developing and maintaining bioinformatics software, databases, and tools.
• Familiarity with data processing pipelines for genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with research and clinical review teams.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics tools and techniques.
• Excellent documentation and reporting skills.
• Ability to stay updated with the latest advancements in bioinformatics software and techniques.

Prior clinical lab experience preferred but not required. Experience with version control systems such as Git is a plus.

Work Environment

• Frequently required to sit, stand, utilize hand and finger dexterity, talk, or hear.
• Frequently required to utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally exposed to bloodborne and airborne pathogens or infectious materials.