IGM Bioinformatics Scientist Senior

Job Description

Essential Functions:

• Leads the development of computational algorithms for analyzing biological data.
• Supports the needs of all aspects of NGS analysis including data generation, analysis, and interpretation, preparing novel methods and technologies for research and clinical production.
• Collaborates effectively to design and implement bioinformatics solutions.
• Gathers requirements and reports on progress to key stakeholders.
• Leads statistical analysis of large-scale biological datasets.
• Maintains and updates bioinformatics databases and software tools.
• Presents findings and results to stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Stays current with advancements in bioinformatics and computational biology.
• Leads informatics contributions on journal publications and scientific conference presentations.
• Mentors and supports less experienced team members.

  Education Requirement

  PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Biology, Genetics, or related field, required.

  Skills

  • Diverse computational and biological expertise.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with developers, scientists, and clinicians on projects that lead to publications and presentations at professional meetings.
  • Analytical skills and the ability to transcribe biological questions to code as well as the ability to translate research pipelines to clinical applications.

  Experience

  • Post-doc and 2 additional years of experience, or 5 years of experience practicing bioinformatics in a research or clinical setting.
  • Experience in bioinformatics, required.
  • Experience in human genetics, preferred.
  • Experience in mathematics, statistics, and computer science, preferred.

  Physical Requirements

  • OCCASIONALLY: Bend/twist, Climb stairs/ladder, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel
  • FREQUENTLY: Sitting, Standing, Walking
  • CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech, Color vision, Computer skills, Decision Making, Depth perception, Flexing/extending of neck, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near