Bioinformatics Analyst I

Job Details

Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Summary

The Bioinformatician Analyst plays a critical role in the interpretation and analysis of complex biological data related to genomics, proteomics, and other biomedical data. This position calls for an individual who can collaborate effectively with scientists, researchers, and other stakeholders, turning data into valuable insights that drive biological and biomedical research.

Job Duties

• Analyzing and interpreting complex biological datasets: Using a combination of computational methods and a deep understanding of biology, you will translate large-scale biological datasets into clear, actionable insights for use in ongoing research.
• Implementing computational tools and pipelines: While the primary focus of the role is research and analysis, a working knowledge of computational tools is required to ensure efficient and accurate data processing. You will occasionally be called upon to apply your understanding of these tools to aid in the analysis process.
• Driving research advancement: Your work will directly contribute to our understanding of complex biological systems. By collaborating closely with researchers and providing them with comprehensive data analyses, you will be integral to the advancement of biological and biomedical research.
• Keeping up with recent scientific literature and technologies: You will stay abreast of the latest developments in genomics, proteomics, and other relevant fields, integrating new knowledge and methodologies into your analysis as appropriate.
• Communicating findings: As an expert in bioinformatics, you will interpret and communicate complex biological data to non-specialists, facilitating a deeper understanding and helping to guide research efforts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Genetics, Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• No experience required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Proven experience in bioinformatics programming and data analysis, preferably in a research or industry setting.
• Proficient in programming languages such as Python, R, Java, or C++, and experience with scripting languages like Perl or Bash.
• Familiarity with bioinformatics tools, databases, and data formats, such as NCBI, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser, FASTA, FASTQ, SAM/BAM, and VCF.
• Strong knowledge of statistical methods, machine learning techniques, and data visualization tools relevant to the analysis of biological data.
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Familiarity with high-performance computing environments, cloud-based computing platforms, and version control systems such as Git is desirable.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.