DATA ANALYST III - Bioinformatics
- Employer
- University of Missouri
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- May 17, 2022
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About the Bioinformatics and Analytics Core
We are a small, but rapidly growing team of interdisciplinary researchers and engineers who are solving problems and developing novel tools and computational infrastructure to help researchers across the MU system do translational science. Our environment is collegial, welcoming, and driven by intellectual curiosity and scientific rigor. Come learn, build great things, and do exciting science with us!
Columbia, MO, is known as an ideal college town, combining small-town comforts, community spirit and low cost of living with big-city culture, activities and resources. Home to nationally renowned public schools and other colleges and educational centers, Columbia is packed with restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen annual cultural festivals.
Job Description
The Bioinformatics and Analytics Core at the University of Missouri is seeking talented and engaging individuals for our Data Analyst III openings.
This position includes the following, but not limited to, responsibilities:
25% - Genomics and Multi-omics Analyses - Perform bioinformatics analysis in support of scientific research using technical knowledge of software and its implementation in a high-performance computing infrastructure. Perform next generation sequence (NGS) data analysis (bulk RNA-seq, ChiP-seq, scRNAseq, ATAC-seq, HiC-seq etc.) and integrate with data present in publicly available databases.
25% - Software Development-Manage assigned research projects with minimal input. Develop and/or modify software to support new and ongoing research projects.
20% - Statistical Analyses - Apply and develop algorithms and workflows with embedded statistical methods in standardized and innovative ways that will analyze, integrate, visualize, and interpret a broad variety of data types. Direct and execute computational workflows to analyze large scale data sets and work closely with domain researchers to help them interpret complex results. Test and troubleshoot new cutting-edge methods. The implementation of novel data visualization techniques for various data types is just one example of the many exciting opportunities in this position.
10% - Developing and delivering training and workshops.
10% - Manuscript Writing - Prepare research reports for presentation and assist with preparation of manuscripts for publication and grants for submission.
10% - Data and Database Management
Remote work (telework) is a possibility for this position.
This position has the potential to be primarily remote work with an expectation of occasional onsite meetings and presentations. Candidates must be able to work onsite in Columbia, MO, for 1 week every quarter. All candidates are encouraged to read the University’s telework arrangement policy.
Salary
$75,000 – $145,000
Shift
8-5, Monday - Friday
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience, and at least 6 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
Master of Science in a STEM related field or at least experience in a data science, informatics, computational biology, software development or related position. Any of the following certifications are bonuses and can substitute for 1 year of experience or education: CAP (certified analytics professional), Fellows of AMIA (FAMIA), PMP, AWS, Google Cloud, Microsoft Azure, and Linux.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits
Diversity Commitment
The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.
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