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　　BSD CRI - Bioinformatics

　　About the Department

　　The Bioinformatics Core within the University of Chicago BiologicalSciences Division offers highly skilled services and expertise designedto allow investigators to take full advantage of high-throughputtechnologies. The Bioinformatics Core\'s work combines the use ofpowerful computing resources, advanced analytics tools, and a commitmentto security to transform large amounts of raw data into meaningfulresults. Some of the services we provide include the bioinformaticsanalysis of high-throughput biological data, including genomics andproteomics, using our well-defined analysis pipelines; consultingservices for custom analysis beyond our standard pipelines, includinggenome-wide association studies; and grant writing assistance, includingassistance fully developing the bioinformatics components of a grant,cost analysis, letters of support, and documenting the availability oftools and expertise to complete the research indicated. This at-willposition is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant fundingwhich is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract.Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grantfunds and satisfactory job performance.

　　Job Summary

　　The job uses best practices and knowledge of data algorithms and usespecialized computer software to identify and classify components ofscientific biological systems.

　　As a Bioinformatician, you will use strong scientific knowledge andprogramming skills to design and implement bioinformatics services forresearch projects at the Biological Sciences Division. You will befocused on hands-on technical activities for a wide range ofhigh-throughput genomics technologies, including the applications ofNext Generation Sequencing, spanning pipeline development, optimization,operations, and support.

　　Responsibilities

　　Architecture and Design - participates in the definition anddocumentation of requirements, architecture and design of web-basedapplications.Software Development - develops, tests, documents, deploys andmaintains high-quality software, including REST interfaces.Team Coordination and Professional Development - contributes to teamcoordination and development activities, including project planning,project reporting, and recruitment.Designs new systems, features, and tools. Solves complex problemsand identifies opportunities for technical improvement andperformance optimization. Reviews and tests code to ensureappropriate standards are met.Acts as a technical consultant and resource for faculty research,teaching, and/or administrative projects.Develop programs to perform analyses and generate both routine andad hoc reports.Guides with researchers to analyze problems, recommendtechnology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications

　　Education:

　　Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in relatedfield.

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　　Work Experience:

　　Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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　　Certifications:

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　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Education:

　　MS in bioinformatics, biological sciences, computer science, or arelated field.Experience:

　　Professional experience in software engineering and delivering largescale systems.Technical Skills or Knowledge:

　　Programming experience developing, implementing, debugging, andmaintaining applications with Python.Python web framework (e.g. Django) or PHP.SQL databases (e.g. PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite).Implementing REST API\'s.Web technologies (e.g. Javascript, HTML, CSS).Unit testing and continuous integration tools (e.g. pytest,Jenkins).Shell scripting (e.g., bash).Maintaining and designing software for regulatory compliancerequirements (e.g. HIPAA).Preferred Competencies

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Problem-solving skills.Prioritize and manage workload to meet critical project milestonesand deadlines.Work in a collaborative team environment.Attention to details.Use standard software development applications and tools.Interest in modern security and identity management technologies.Exposure to fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures ofsoftware development.Working Conditions

　　Office setting.Application Documents

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