Department: Pediatrics, Section of Hematology, Oncology, and Bone Marrow Transplant
Job Title: Research Scientist - Bioinformatics Analyst
Job Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Bioinformatics Programmer.
The Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders (CCBD) at the University of Colorado/Anschutz Medical Campus is seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic individual to manage and analyze data generated by Next-Generation DNA sequencers in conjunction with the experiments performed by our faculty. This is a great opportunity to quickly acquire new skills, develop and publish new tools and methods, analyze challenging datasets and be a co-author on multiple published studies.
Key Responsibilities:
• Work with emerging approaches for analyzing multi-omics data analysis and integration (15%)
• Perform robust data quality control and validation (15%)
• Analyze various types of sequencing data analysis (e.g. single cell sequencing, RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, Hi-C-seq, bisulfite sequencing, whole-genome sequencing) (15%)
• Work closely with bench scientists to understand and help accomplish their research goals (12%)
• Integrate different types of genomics data and prepare concise presentations of computational results (12%)
• Design, implement, execute standard pipelines for routine genomics data analyses, and customized pipelines for collaborative research projects (11%)
• Perform robust data quality control and validation (10%)
• Perform other duties (such as meta-analyses of existing GEO deposited and other data sets) as assigned by faculty collaborators (10%)
Work Location:
Hybrid - this role is eligible for a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on campus and as needed for in-person meetings.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
• Graduation from an accredited university with a Masters in Computational Biology, System Biology, Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 3 years of programming language experience with Python, R, Java, Go, Bash, SQL, MySQL
• Minimum of 3 years of tools and library experience with Git, Linux, Scikit-Learn, Numpy, Pandas, Samtools, Bedtools, Bowtie2, STAR, Nextflow, Snakemake
Condition of Employment:
• Must be willing and able to pass a national criminal background check
Preferred Qualifications:
• Graduation from an accredited university with a PhD in Computational Biology, System Biology, Computer Science or related field
• Prior experience with brain cancer disease model
• Experience with stem cell biology and relevant assays (flow cytometric analysis and flow sorting of stem or progenitor population
• Prior experience in chromatin biology
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to function autonomously but exercise sound judgment in seeking appropriate supervision
• Skilled in communicating effectively and facilitating group processe
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with researchers, and other team member
• Comply with all standard operating procedures and quality control systems per the University of Colorado policy
• Knowledge of Computational Biology programming languages, tools and librarie
• Demonstrates the proficiency in computer software, equipment operation, and research technical skill
How to Apply:
For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email addre
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Paul Lopez, paul.j.lopez@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 15, 2026.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Master's Degree: $88,000 to $103,000
Doctorate Degree: $94,000 to $109,000
University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125
