Temporary Computational Analyst

Department ​
 
BSD CCC - Computational Oncology Unit

About the Department

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The University of Chicago Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC) is an integral component of the Biological Sciences Division (BSD). The BSD is the largest of four Divisions of the University and includes the Pritzker School of Medicine. UCCCC administers four established scientific programs, and the NCI-sponsored Cancer Center Support Grant provides funding for ten Shared Resources. The Comprehensive Cancer Center is comprised of over 150 faculty members from twenty departments with members currently being awarded over $47 million in total direct costs in peer-reviewed cancer research grants, and $28 million in non-peer reviewed grants and contracts. The activities of the Center are broad and varied, including research, training and education, communications, fundraising, marketing, clinical trials management and community outreach.
UCCCC has one of the largest cancer clinical trials programs in the country and in the Chicago area with nearly 500 adult and pediatric therapeutic trials actively accruing patients. Many of these studies are investigator-initiated, including Phase I or I/II trials, demonstrating UCCCC commitment to translate basic research findings to the clinic through proof-of-principle and early phase studies. UCCCC opens over 250 new trials each year and accrues approximately 900 participants to therapeutic trials each year.

Job Information ​
 

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic temporary employee to join our team as a Computational Oncology and Bioinformatics analyst. In this role, you will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the cutting-edge fields of computational oncology and bioinformatics. As temporary employee, you will work closely with our experienced team of researchers and scientists to contribute to ongoing projects and explore innovative solutions in cancer research.

You will gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge cancer research using bioinformatics & GIS applications. Analyze biological data, develop algorithms, manage databases, and collaborate with researchers. 

Responsibilities:

• Analyze oncology data using bioinformatics tools.

• Assist in developing computational algorithms.

• Manage & maintain relevant databases.

• Stay updated on the latest advancements.

• Analyze high-level system specifications and ensure that all application development standards are met.

• Develop and present technical training materials and web-based documentation, and ensure timely systems support and updates.

• Assist in conducting assessments and risk analysis of the computing environment.

• Evaluate past and present technologies to help develop new tools and ensure that all new tools have been through quality control reviews.

• Performs other related work as needed. 

Additional Requirements ​​
 

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• Bachelors Degree required.

Experience:

• Strong Python and R skills required.

• Familiar with bioinformatics tools & databases preferred.

• Knowledge of cancer biology & genomics preferred.

• Excellent analytical & problem-solving skills preferred.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover letter

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility ​
 
No

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
 

No

Pay Frequency ​
 
Hourly

Pay Range
 
Depends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours ​
 
18

Union ​
 
Non-Union

Job is Exempt
 
No

Drug Test Required
 
No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
No

Health Screen Required
No

Posting Date ​
 
2024-03-11

Remove from Posting On or Before ​
 
2024-09-11

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