University of California , San Francisco
Bioinformatics Programmer 3
University of California , San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Bioinformatics Programmer 3
MED-ZSFG-AIDS Full Time 82757BR Job Summary The EPPIcenter is seeking a talented and passionate individual to join the bioinformatics team. This role will provide bioinformatics expertise to support research primarily focused on malaria, involving both targeted sequencing and whole genome data. The Bioinformatics Specialist will be responsible for programming activity in the areas of data collection, storage and access, developing computational pipelines, critically evaluating existing tools, statistical methods, analyzing pipeline outputs, and data visualization. Collaborating closely with researchers, the specialist will design and implement solutions to streamline data workflows, ensure accurate interpretation of results, and contribute to analysis for scientific publications.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $156,900 (Annual Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description ABOUT THE EPPIcenter The EPPIcenter (eppicenter.ucsf.edu) aims to advance the understanding of infectious disease to reduce global morbidity and mortality. We believe that the greatest success in the fight against infectious diseases will come through a highly interdisciplinary, systems epidemiology approach, connecting traditionally siloed theoretical work, technology development, generation and collection of empiric data, and analysis using statistical and mathematical modeling .
ABOUT DIVISION OF HIV, INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND GLOBAL MEDICINE The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is an internationally recognized global leader in clinical care, research, and education. With its home-base located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), the Division has been ranked as the top facility in the country for AIDS care since 1983. The Division's work is featured frequently in the media, and it is often visited by numerous international, national, state, and local dignitaries and delegations. The Division consists of approximately 38 faculty members, 14 fellows/postdoctoral scholars and 170 academic and staff employees. It is the largest Division of the Department of Medicine (DOM) at ZSFG, with a total expenditure budget of approximately $52 million dollars.
ABOUT UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative disease, aging and stem cells. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in biological science, computational / programming, or related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience 1-2 years of relevant programming experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to critically assess and evaluate bioinformatics software, effectively communicating the strengths and limitations of tools. Assess the impact on downstream results. Self motivated, work independently or collaboratively as part of a team, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills. Critically reviewing results, identifying the root cause of problems, and proposing solutions Ability to communicate technical information in a clear, concise, and professional manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including management and external collaborators, on a regular basis. Thorough knowledge of modern biology and working knowledge of genomics. Strong project management skills. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities effectively, meeting deadlines while providing high-quality support to academic staff, including some IT activities, and adapting to changing project requirements as needed. Thorough knowledge of bioinformatics programming and analysis using Python and/or R. Preferred Qualifications Proficient in using Git and adhering to development best practices. Experience with Nextflow or similar workflow management languages. An understanding of the limitations and common sequencing errors from associated laboratory techniques and/ or the field of malaria research. Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) and/ or cloud computing environments, including scalability and performance optimization. Thorough knowledge of bioinformatics methods, applications programming, web development, data structures, and working with relational databases (e.g. mySQL). About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Organization Campus Job Code and Payroll Title 009401 BIOINFORMATICS PROGR 3 Job Category Clinical Systems / IT Professionals, Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class Career Percentage 100% Location San Francisco, CA Campus Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours Additional Shift Details M-F (days), 40 hours
MED-ZSFG-AIDS Full Time 82757BR Job Summary The EPPIcenter is seeking a talented and passionate individual to join the bioinformatics team. This role will provide bioinformatics expertise to support research primarily focused on malaria, involving both targeted sequencing and whole genome data. The Bioinformatics Specialist will be responsible for programming activity in the areas of data collection, storage and access, developing computational pipelines, critically evaluating existing tools, statistical methods, analyzing pipeline outputs, and data visualization. Collaborating closely with researchers, the specialist will design and implement solutions to streamline data workflows, ensure accurate interpretation of results, and contribute to analysis for scientific publications.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $156,900 (Annual Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description ABOUT THE EPPIcenter The EPPIcenter (eppicenter.ucsf.edu) aims to advance the understanding of infectious disease to reduce global morbidity and mortality. We believe that the greatest success in the fight against infectious diseases will come through a highly interdisciplinary, systems epidemiology approach, connecting traditionally siloed theoretical work, technology development, generation and collection of empiric data, and analysis using statistical and mathematical modeling .
ABOUT DIVISION OF HIV, INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND GLOBAL MEDICINE The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is an internationally recognized global leader in clinical care, research, and education. With its home-base located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), the Division has been ranked as the top facility in the country for AIDS care since 1983. The Division's work is featured frequently in the media, and it is often visited by numerous international, national, state, and local dignitaries and delegations. The Division consists of approximately 38 faculty members, 14 fellows/postdoctoral scholars and 170 academic and staff employees. It is the largest Division of the Department of Medicine (DOM) at ZSFG, with a total expenditure budget of approximately $52 million dollars.
ABOUT UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative disease, aging and stem cells. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in biological science, computational / programming, or related area and / or equivalent experience / training. Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience 1-2 years of relevant programming experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to critically assess and evaluate bioinformatics software, effectively communicating the strengths and limitations of tools. Assess the impact on downstream results. Self motivated, work independently or collaboratively as part of a team, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills. Critically reviewing results, identifying the root cause of problems, and proposing solutions Ability to communicate technical information in a clear, concise, and professional manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, including management and external collaborators, on a regular basis. Thorough knowledge of modern biology and working knowledge of genomics. Strong project management skills. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities effectively, meeting deadlines while providing high-quality support to academic staff, including some IT activities, and adapting to changing project requirements as needed. Thorough knowledge of bioinformatics programming and analysis using Python and/or R. Preferred Qualifications Proficient in using Git and adhering to development best practices. Experience with Nextflow or similar workflow management languages. An understanding of the limitations and common sequencing errors from associated laboratory techniques and/ or the field of malaria research. Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) and/ or cloud computing environments, including scalability and performance optimization. Thorough knowledge of bioinformatics methods, applications programming, web development, data structures, and working with relational databases (e.g. mySQL). About UCSF The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells. Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Organization Campus Job Code and Payroll Title 009401 BIOINFORMATICS PROGR 3 Job Category Clinical Systems / IT Professionals, Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit) Employee Class Career Percentage 100% Location San Francisco, CA Campus Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Shift Days Shift Length 8 Hours Additional Shift Details M-F (days), 40 hours