Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
The Department of Radiation Oncology at Washington University is seeking an experienced Bioinformatics Scientist to support Wash U's newly established Radiation Oncology-Biology Integration Network (ROBIN) Center. This cross-disciplinary center aims to integrate genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and radiomics to understand the impact of radiation treatment on the tumor microenvironment in cervical and pancreatic cancer. The Bioinformatics Scientist position will be based in the Cancer Biology Division of Radiation Oncology. The Cancer Biology Division is a diverse group of clinical, physics, and computational science investigators who collaborate to answer fundamental questions about radiotherapy efficacy and cancer biology. The ideal candidate will have broad experience interpreting sequencing data from large cancer-related datasets.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Designs, develops, and implements
- Algorithms and computer software for omics-based data sets [high-throughput, massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical.]
- Data management and analysis solutions that aid in the storage, investigation, and dissemination of large data sets.
- Independent research projects, including design of research protocols and development of procedures for the collection, verification, and management of data.
Other Functions
- Performs complex systems analysis of data and writes interpretative reports.
- Evaluates commercial and academic bioinformatics software.
- Trains other researchers on the everyday use of analysis software and research databases.
- Assists with grant preparation and reporting of methods, data, and results.
- Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects; suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree or Doctor of Philosophy in computer science or related field.
- Experience analyzing large cancer-related single-cell sequencing datasets. Experience analyzing exome sequencing.
- Experience collaboratively developing and implementing bioinformatics pipelines (ideally in Snakemake).
- Experience with metabolomics or spectrometry-based proteomics.
- Familiarity executing bioinformatics pipelines in local UNIX/Linux environments and cluster execution (LSF).
- Proficiency in scientific programming languages including Python and R.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, bioinformatics, biostatistics, or related field plus four years of experience; OR master’s degree in computer science, bioinformatics, biostatistics, or related field plus two years of experience; OR combined education and experience of nine years.
Grade
R11
Salary Range
$54,100.00 - $98,100.00 / Annually
The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
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Accommodation
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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.
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