Bioinformatics Programmer 2 – 118717

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The Bioinformatics Programmer will work with a multi-disciplinary group to adapt new state-of-the-art analysis methods, computational software tools to run on our GenePattern platform, where they support the analysis needs of the worldwide genomics community. The lab’s primary analysis focus is on the genomics of cancer.The Bioinformatics Programmer will also work as a member of the team that develops GenePattern Notebook, a software environment based on the Jupyter Notebook and GenePattern platforms, developed to integrate the benefits of reproducible electronic research narratives with a large repository of bioinformatics analysis methods, and to make these available to researchers at all levels of programming experience.A major component of the GenePattern Notebook project is a collection of notebooks providing analysis workflows for use by the worldwide genomics research community. The Bioinformatics Programmer will work with computational biologists and scientists in the lab to develop, test, and publish GenePattern notebooks and their component GenePattern modules.

Uses professional bioinformatics concepts. Applies computational procedures to resolve a variety of analysis and research issues. Works on assignments of moderate scope where analysis of data requires a review of a variety of factors. Assists in additional analyses as needed to achieve research objectives.

  • Six years of related experience, education/training, OR an Bachelor’s degree in related area plus two years of related experience/training.

  • Working knowledge of applications programming and web development.

  • Working knowledge of databases.

  • Working project management skills.

  • Interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.

  • Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.

  • Self motivated, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills.

  • Working knowledge of bioinformatics methods and data structures.

  • Demonstrated experience working with the GenePattern bioinformatics platform.

  • Working knowledge of modern biology and applicable field of research.

  • Demonstrated experience working in a Unix environment.

  • Thorough skills associated with statistical analysis and systems programming.

  • Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

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