About the Job
Summary:
This position is for a statistical programmer in genomics (PI: Dr. PingHsun Hsieh, the Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development). Primary responsibilities include conducting research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and performing lab research and management duties. The hired researcher is expected to interact with and communicate well with other lab members with goals associated with the lab’s research.
Essential Functions:
*85% Perform research
- Design and implement computational and statistical approaches to analyze large genomic datasets.
- Participate in lab presentations and discussions.
- Compile and report findings in meetings.
- Communicate effectively with lab members and collaborators to facilitate research works.
- Literature review and protocol development to stay updated on current research.
*15% Assist with laboratory functions
- Contribute to grant writing and manuscript preparation.
- Design and maintain the lab website.
Qualifications
All required qualifications must be included in the application materials
Required Qualifications:
- BS/BA in Statistics, Math, Computer Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years.
- Experience in Python, Rust, R or other common programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Java). Please provide links to samples of your code (preferable on Github).
- Familiar with at least one from each of the two skill categories:
1) Statistical:
(i) Machine learning/AI models, e.g., hidden Markov Model or transformer.
(ii) Basic statistical methods, e.g., parametric/nonparametric hypothesis testing or bootstrapping.
2) Large, complex data analysis:
(i) High-performance computing environments, e.g., SLURM
(ii) Analyzing genomic sequencing data.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of evolutionary biology and/or population genetics
- Knowledge with genetics/genomics.
- Experience with next generation short- and/or long-read sequencing
About the Department
GCD:
The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development (GCD) spans a broad spectrum of biological disciplines, including the storage and expression of information (genetics), its translation into the workings of individual cells (cell biology), and the assembly of cells into tissues and organ systems (development).
Our vision for the future of the department embraces three critical strategies: 1) integration of methods and ideas across disciplines, 2) collaborative projects that assemble the people required to achieve that integration, and 3) strategic use of model systems that provide the most powerful experimental access to important biological and medical problems. With our uniquely diverse expertise, these approaches allow us to build upon innovative basic science and to translate fundamental discoveries into direct benefits for society.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $24 - $28/hour ; depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment Category : 75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)
Position Type : Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program