Organisation Name: OAK RIDGE ASSOCIATED UNIVERSITIES
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Position Description: ORAU has a contingent job opportunity for a Bioinformatics Scientist in support of in support of the overall functions of the Office of the Scientific Director of the Vaccine Research Center, National Institutes for Health (NIH), located in Bethesda, MD. The positions are contingent on award of an upcoming contract with NIAID Professional, Scientific and Technical Support Services. Salary for positions will be determined based on education and experience. Relocation support is not available for this position. ORAU has been providing scientific and technical talent staffing solutions and designing, managing, and evaluating jobs and internships for more than 70 years. ORAU assists in connecting the best and most diverse group of students, recent graduates, faculty and professionals with world-class fellowships, internships and job opportunities, whether in national laboratories, research institutions, federal government offices or private sector R&D departments. Technical Requirements: Perform computational analysis, integration, and modeling of diverse data sets, to include microarray, bulk and single-cell RNAseq, ATAC-seq, flow and CyTOF phenotyping, serum proteome, SNP genotyping, and microbiome profiling. “Bottom up dynamical modeling, for example, starting from networks of molecular/cellular interactions. Liaison with NIH/NIAID IT and high-performance computing teams to set up, develop, and maintain necessary computational infrastructure and tools for research. Prepare scientific manuscripts and presentations. Assist other VRC groups, including with experimental design, training, and data analysis. Qualifications: Ph.D. in bioinformatics, computational biology, statistics, or related discipline. Minimum of three (3) years of experience analyzing bulk and single-cell RNA-Seq, ATAC-seq, flow and CyTOF phenotyping, serum proteome, SNP genotyping, and microbiome profiling Practical knowledge of, and skill in, computerized data analysis, database management, and computer programming sufficient for the analysis of genomics datasets, including experience with the operation and maintenance of computers with Linux, Mac OS, or Microsoft operating systems. Programming experience in environments such as Linux, Bioconductor R, Perl and/or Python. Must have attention to detail, strong organizational skills, troubleshooting abilities and strong written and oral communication skills. Proficiency in C/C++ and/or Java as well as experience with multiple OS platforms, and experience with database design and construction, and dynamical system theory and modeling are pluses. Computer programming skills with proficiency in R and at least one scripting language (Perl/Python/Ruby). To Apply: You can submit your resume or CV direct to our website at: https://careers-orau.icims.com/jobs/1031/bioinformatics-scientist/job
