The George Washington University
Bioinformatics Specialist I
The George Washington University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusI. DEPARTMENT INFORMATIONJob Description Summary:Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences ( SMHS ) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nation’s capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has grown to include highly-ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. With dozens of top-tier residency programs,
SMHS
is a competitive and esteemed destination for medical school graduates and biomedical researchers across the country. Mazumder Lab located at the Washington DC Foggy Bottom campus is involved in the development of knowledge bases (e.g. GlyGen,
ARGOS , Biomarker-Partnership) and bioinformatics software ( HIVE , PredictMod). Find out more here: http://smhs.gwu.edu/
and
https://hivelab.biochemistry.gwu.edu/The
Bioinformatics Specialist I
will work under the direct supervision of Dr. Raja Mazumder at The George Washington University (Washington DC,
USA ) and will be involved in the development of knowledge bases and bioinformatics tools. Employees are in charge of the research and development process. Investigative research, research design, and experimentation are all part of the job. Employees in this subfield undertake data investigation, interpretation, and analysis for research initiatives. They will be significantly contributing to the deliverables and development of data analysis tools and web resources. Task includes mining research data, establishing data specifications, writing data integration scripts, building data models, and managing and updating datasets. Bioinformatics is a branch of biology and computer science concerned with the collection, storage, analysis, and transmission of biological data, such as nucleotides, proteins, glycans, and other biomolecules. Responsibilities include:● Developing backend, managing, and maintaining data and processed datasets, and testing
API -driven workflows.● Assisting in the testing and development of portals, software, tools, and workflows produced in the lab.● Assisting in the maintenance and update of portals and knowledge-bases.● Assisting in the submission of datasets to collaborators and sponsors.● Biocuration of glycans, proteins, genes, and omics data.● Writing specification documentation for research projects, generating frontend mockups, and creating web interfaces.● Using GitHub, Slack, and similar tools for communication..● Maintaining documents and meeting notes. Creating, presenting, and discussing various progress reports with project stakeholders.● Scheduling tasks and following up on the progress with stakeholders.● Coordinating meetings and assisting in drafting research reports, proposals, publications, and presentation content. The research reports will contain statements covering tasks performed and research findings, including: a clear account of the work performed under each task during the reporting period; an outline of the work to be accomplished during the next report period; a description of any problems encountered or anticipated that will affect the completion of any work within the constraints set, together with recommended solutions to such problems.This position performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications:● Expert in genomic data analysis and biocuration.● Familiarity with biological databases.● Knowledge in programming/scripting, database management, and software development (Python, MongoDB).● Familiarity with bioinformatics platforms/tools and biomedical data modeling.● Familiarity with developing
API
web services and backend development.● Familiarity with database structures and data dictionaries.GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.II. POSITION INFORMATIONCampus Location:Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.College/School/Department:College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)FamilyFamily
Research and LabsSub-FamilySub-Family
BioinformaticsStreamLevelLevel
Level 1Full-Time/Part-Time:Hours Per Week:
40 hours per weekWork Schedule:Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pmWill this job require the employee to work on site?Will this job require the employee to work on site?
NoEmployee Onsite StatusEmployee Onsite Status
HybridTelework:Required Background CheckRequired Background Check
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusInternal Applicants Only?Internal Applicants Only?
NoPosting Number:Posting Number:
R002083Job Open Date:Job Open Date:
06/27/2024Job Close Date:If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* What is your salary range expectation? (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional DocumentsHuman ResourceManagement & Development
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Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusI. DEPARTMENT INFORMATIONJob Description Summary:Founded in 1824, the GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences ( SMHS ) is the 11th oldest medical school in the country and the first in the nation’s capital. Since its establishment, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, and has grown to include highly-ranked programs in the health and biomedical sciences. With dozens of top-tier residency programs,
SMHS
is a competitive and esteemed destination for medical school graduates and biomedical researchers across the country. Mazumder Lab located at the Washington DC Foggy Bottom campus is involved in the development of knowledge bases (e.g. GlyGen,
ARGOS , Biomarker-Partnership) and bioinformatics software ( HIVE , PredictMod). Find out more here: http://smhs.gwu.edu/
and
https://hivelab.biochemistry.gwu.edu/The
Bioinformatics Specialist I
will work under the direct supervision of Dr. Raja Mazumder at The George Washington University (Washington DC,
USA ) and will be involved in the development of knowledge bases and bioinformatics tools. Employees are in charge of the research and development process. Investigative research, research design, and experimentation are all part of the job. Employees in this subfield undertake data investigation, interpretation, and analysis for research initiatives. They will be significantly contributing to the deliverables and development of data analysis tools and web resources. Task includes mining research data, establishing data specifications, writing data integration scripts, building data models, and managing and updating datasets. Bioinformatics is a branch of biology and computer science concerned with the collection, storage, analysis, and transmission of biological data, such as nucleotides, proteins, glycans, and other biomolecules. Responsibilities include:● Developing backend, managing, and maintaining data and processed datasets, and testing
API -driven workflows.● Assisting in the testing and development of portals, software, tools, and workflows produced in the lab.● Assisting in the maintenance and update of portals and knowledge-bases.● Assisting in the submission of datasets to collaborators and sponsors.● Biocuration of glycans, proteins, genes, and omics data.● Writing specification documentation for research projects, generating frontend mockups, and creating web interfaces.● Using GitHub, Slack, and similar tools for communication..● Maintaining documents and meeting notes. Creating, presenting, and discussing various progress reports with project stakeholders.● Scheduling tasks and following up on the progress with stakeholders.● Coordinating meetings and assisting in drafting research reports, proposals, publications, and presentation content. The research reports will contain statements covering tasks performed and research findings, including: a clear account of the work performed under each task during the reporting period; an outline of the work to be accomplished during the next report period; a description of any problems encountered or anticipated that will affect the completion of any work within the constraints set, together with recommended solutions to such problems.This position performs other duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position.Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:Preferred Qualifications:● Expert in genomic data analysis and biocuration.● Familiarity with biological databases.● Knowledge in programming/scripting, database management, and software development (Python, MongoDB).● Familiarity with bioinformatics platforms/tools and biomedical data modeling.● Familiarity with developing
API
web services and backend development.● Familiarity with database structures and data dictionaries.GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.II. POSITION INFORMATIONCampus Location:Campus Location:
Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.College/School/Department:College/School/Department:
School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS)FamilyFamily
Research and LabsSub-FamilySub-Family
BioinformaticsStreamLevelLevel
Level 1Full-Time/Part-Time:Hours Per Week:
40 hours per weekWork Schedule:Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pmWill this job require the employee to work on site?Will this job require the employee to work on site?
NoEmployee Onsite StatusEmployee Onsite Status
HybridTelework:Required Background CheckRequired Background Check
Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry SearchSpecial Instructions to Applicants:Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa statusInternal Applicants Only?Internal Applicants Only?
NoPosting Number:Posting Number:
R002083Job Open Date:Job Open Date:
06/27/2024Job Close Date:If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:Background Screening
Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* What is your salary range expectation? (Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional DocumentsHuman ResourceManagement & Development
2013 H Street, NW, 3rd FloorWashington, DC 20006
#J-18808-Ljbffr