Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

IBX is seeking a self-motivated bioinformatician with 2-3 years of experience in bioinformatics or computational biology or related field. Must be adapt with contemporary genomics applications, database management systems and query optimization with higher focus on web-based application programming using programming languages such as Python/R/PHP/PERL, and database management. Familiarity with Array and Sequencing based high throughput data analysis and reporting. The candidate will be responsible primarily for creating and maintaining web-based programming interfaces with backend pipeline development, analyzing experimental data, manipulating and interpreting large data sets in accordance with established protocols. The position will entail consultation, execution and analysis of a variety of technologies in the genomics arena. A qualified candidate will be capable of working independently to analyze genetic data, organize files, and generate detailed reports.

PREFORMANCE GOALS:

Candidate must be independently able to -
• Develop, deploy and maintain NIX based pipelines for high throughput data analysis (sequencing, array, PCR, Sanger etc.)
• Create, deploy and maintain web-based programming interfaces for launching backend pipelines.
• Perform robust data quality control and validation.
• Analyze various types of sequencing data analysis (e.g. RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, Hi-C-seq, bisulfite sequencing, whole-genome sequencing) using contemporary genomics data analysis tools.
• Work closely with clients and project managers to understand and help accomplish their research goals and provide consultation on best bioinformatics methodology options.
• Integrate different types of genomics data and prepare concise presentations of computational results
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES:

Bioinformatics

Proven expertise (2-3 years) in -

1. Genomic data analysis using contemporary tools.
2. Genomic data wrangling from public sources.
3. Handling multiple diverse projects at the same time.

Programming

Proven expertise (1-2 years) in -

1. PHP7 and/or Python based development.

2. R programming.

3. MySQL or PostgreSQL database administration and development, query optimization.

4. JavaScript (AJAX) and JQuery based client-side programming.

5. Experience in deploying applications on cloud-based environments is a big plus

Personal skills

1. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
2. Ability to communicate issues transparently and immediately.
3. Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree in Bioinformatics or related fields.

LOCATION:

Hybrid - remote + on-site

Additional Information