The University of Chicago
Bioinformatician II
The University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Department
BSD PED - Cardiology - Moskowitz Lab
About the Department
Exciting research opportunity in the Moskowitz laboratory to help drive a research project in developmental biology aimed to understand the molecular basis of birth defects. The lab is devoted to the genetic, genomic and molecular study of gene regulatory networks in developing organs, particularly cardiac development with respect to Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). In cardiac development, we have identified an essential role for cilia-based Hedgehog signaling in cardiac progenitors, an essential aspect of mammalian cardiac development. Our studies have contributed to a paradigm shift in the understanding of cardiac morphogenesis, which is driven by events in cardiac progenitors rather than in the heart itself (e.g. Hoffmann et al., 2009; Xie et al., 2012; Zhou et al., 2017). We have recently identified a surprising and novel role for Hedgehog signaling in developmental timing control that will be the basis of future projects (Rowton et al. 2020).
Job Summary
The Moskowitz Lab is looking for a Bioinformatician II. The job administers programs and supports all phases of bioinformatics activities by helping devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems. This at-will position is wholly funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.ResponsibilitiesParticipates in creating data algorithms and specialized computer software to identify and classify components of a biological system (i.e. DNA and protein sequences).
Applies basic application of computational tools and information technology to gather, analyze and visualize data in biology and biomedical research.
Interprets data analysis of high throughput genomics, proteomics, and genetic data.
Plans own resources to implement or modify existing web-based bioinformatics tools.
Transfers abstract workflows into production level software.
Customizes existing applications to meet specific scientific project needs.
Supports the development of data models, databases, or software applications.
Produces, presents and discusses high quality data analysis reports.
Develops programs to perform analyses and generate both routine and ad hoc reports.
Guides researchers to analyze problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.
Designs and performs formal evaluation of informatics methods and products.
Manipulates publicly accessible, commercial, or proprietary genomic, proteomic, or post-genomic databases.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.---Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.---Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:Bachelor’s in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
Experience:Experience in basic programming for bioinformatics with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, R, Java, XML, C/C++ or SQL.
Experience working on Linux and/or Unix systems preferred.
Working ConditionsLaboratory Setting.
Application DocumentsResume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
References (preferred)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the
University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:
http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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BSD PED - Cardiology - Moskowitz Lab
About the Department
Exciting research opportunity in the Moskowitz laboratory to help drive a research project in developmental biology aimed to understand the molecular basis of birth defects. The lab is devoted to the genetic, genomic and molecular study of gene regulatory networks in developing organs, particularly cardiac development with respect to Congenital Heart Disease (CHD). In cardiac development, we have identified an essential role for cilia-based Hedgehog signaling in cardiac progenitors, an essential aspect of mammalian cardiac development. Our studies have contributed to a paradigm shift in the understanding of cardiac morphogenesis, which is driven by events in cardiac progenitors rather than in the heart itself (e.g. Hoffmann et al., 2009; Xie et al., 2012; Zhou et al., 2017). We have recently identified a surprising and novel role for Hedgehog signaling in developmental timing control that will be the basis of future projects (Rowton et al. 2020).
Job Summary
The Moskowitz Lab is looking for a Bioinformatician II. The job administers programs and supports all phases of bioinformatics activities by helping devise or modify procedures to solve complex problems. This at-will position is wholly funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.ResponsibilitiesParticipates in creating data algorithms and specialized computer software to identify and classify components of a biological system (i.e. DNA and protein sequences).
Applies basic application of computational tools and information technology to gather, analyze and visualize data in biology and biomedical research.
Interprets data analysis of high throughput genomics, proteomics, and genetic data.
Plans own resources to implement or modify existing web-based bioinformatics tools.
Transfers abstract workflows into production level software.
Customizes existing applications to meet specific scientific project needs.
Supports the development of data models, databases, or software applications.
Produces, presents and discusses high quality data analysis reports.
Develops programs to perform analyses and generate both routine and ad hoc reports.
Guides researchers to analyze problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.
Designs and performs formal evaluation of informatics methods and products.
Manipulates publicly accessible, commercial, or proprietary genomic, proteomic, or post-genomic databases.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field.---Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.---Certifications:---Preferred QualificationsEducation:Bachelor’s in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
Experience:Experience in basic programming for bioinformatics with scripting languages such as Perl, Python, R, Java, XML, C/C++ or SQL.
Experience working on Linux and/or Unix systems preferred.
Working ConditionsLaboratory Setting.
Application DocumentsResume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
References (preferred)
When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Frequency
Monthly
Scheduled
Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Posting Statement
The University of Chicago is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans
and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the
University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at:
http://securityreport.uchicago.edu . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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