Multiple Bioinformatics Analyst positions are available in Dr. Steven Chen’s translational bioinformatics laboratory at the University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. These positions will be supported by NCI U24 PGDAC (Ptoteogenomic Data Analysis Center) for CPTAC (Clinical Proteomic Tumor Analysis Consortium) grant and multiple NCI R01 grants focusing on translational bioinformatics research for cancer precision medicine. The candidates will be working in a collaborative environment with biostatisticians and bioinformaticians on translational cancer research. We are seeking highly motivated individuals to implement cutting-edge high-throughput genomic data analysis pipelines. The analysts will also be guided to develop new tools that improve currently available tools. Our lab has close connection with the Biostatistics and Bioinformatics Shared Resource at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center, which provides additional opportunities to work with data generated from cutting-edge genomic technologies at Sylvester. Other opportunities for Assistant/Associate Scientist (PhD level) positions are also available.
Bachelor’s Degree in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/Computer Science or related field and three (3) years of experience working in Bioinformatics or a related field is required for Senior Bioinformatician position. Master’s /PhD degree in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/Computer Science or related field is preferred. Excellent communications skills in English (both verbal and written) are highly desirable. Proficiency with Linux/UNIX systems and using R/Bioconductor and Perl/Python for genomic data analysis is required. Experiences with developing genomic databases, bioinformatics software or R/Bioconductor packages are also highly desirable. Fluency with MySQL and experiences with database development is preferred. Salary is competitive with market rate.
Applicants interested in this position should send their resume or CV to:
Dr. Steven Chen
Associate Professor of Biostatistics
Director of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics
Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center
University of Miami, School of Medicine
Email: steven.chen@med.miami.edu