The Jackson Laboratory (JAX) is seeking an Associate level Computational Scientist, who will work closely with research faculty & genetic resource scientists across all three campuses of JAX on projects of wide-ranging complexity from a diverse array of biomedical disciplines such as cancer biology, aging, neural disorders, muscular disorders, and biostatistics & statistical genetics, under the supervision of the Associate Director, Computational Sciences. In this role the Computational Scientist will participate in the collaborative bioinformatics program that’s aligned with JAX’s institutional strategy and direction and make leading contributions to the cutting-edge projects at The Jackson Laboratory.

Successful candidates will have in-depth knowledge and experience in High Throughput Sequence (HTS) data analysis (short-reads and long-reads), spatial biology, data integration, algorithm and workflow development, evaluation of analytical tools and technology, and delivering training to the research community. Candidates with proven track record of “omics” data analysis in the field of cancer, expertise in algorithm development & spatial biology are a plus.

We are seeking continuous learners and proactive contributors who exhibit increased ability to work independently, and towards the development of in-depth knowledge in selected biological disciplines to analyze and provide expert reasoning to the relevant projects and make leading contributions to grant applications. They are expected to sustain collaborations with JAX research staff and faculty on both the Farmington, CT and Bar Harbor, ME campuses and to visit the other sites of JAX on a regular basis and as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Under minimal supervision, performs computational analysis of omics data, algorithm development and implementation, as well as bioinformatics programming. Evaluating data for quality assurance and mining bioinformatics databases. Present the results at international conferences and workshops. Contributes to the education and training courses conducted by the Computational Sciences department and JAX for internal and external communities.
• Demonstrates a strong potential to develop analytical expertise to a few selected biological disciplines, independent collaboration and project leadership.
• Participates in departmental and project activities such as developing pipelines, participating in conducting courses and workshops at JAX, provide leading contributions to grant applications, helping students and scientists, participating in departmental meetings and presenting results, and processes to the JAX community, at conferences and workshops as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biostatistics or any relevant area. Candidates who are near the completion of their PhD may also apply.
• Possesses 2-5 years of experience in Bioinformatics research, excluding time spent to obtain PhD.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience managing projects and collaborations is key.
• Prior successes in and desire to contribute to team projects on an ongoing basis is a must.

The salary range is $96,945 - $162,310. Salary will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

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About JAX:

The Jackson Laboratory is an independent, nonprofit biomedical research institution with a National Cancer Institute-designated Cancer Center and nearly 3,000 employees in locations across the United States (Maine, Connecticut, California), Japan and China. Its mission is to discover precise genomic solutions for disease and empower the global biomedical community in the shared quest to improve human health.

Founded in 1929, JAX applies over nine decades of expertise in genetics to increase understanding of human disease, advancing treatments and cures for cancer, neurological and immune disorders, diabetes, aging and heart disease. It models and interprets genomic complexity, integrates basic research with clinical application, educates current and future scientists, and provides critical data, tools and services to the global biomedical community. For more information, please visit www.jax.org​​​​​​​.

EEO Statement:

The Jackson Laboratory provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, national origin, veteran status, and other classifications protected by applicable state and local non-discrimination laws.