http://jobs.hr.upenn.edu/postings/19534
The Bioinformatician will spend most of her/his time developing and implementing bioinformatic methods for analysis of large sequence-based microbiome data sets. He/she will interact with the PI, visiting scientists and research collaborators daily using a wide array of experimental designs. He/she will troubleshoot any problems that may occur during a study. He/she will supervise staff that are participating in the project. The Bioinformatician will also keep the PI and collaborators appraised of project progress, and will plan and carry out new bioinformatics analysis and statistical methods development. The successful applicant will prepare written reports for publication and grant submission. He/she will be asked to present at national meetings regarding new tools and results.
Applicants should have a Master’s degree in a scientific or engineering discipline and have completed coursework in bioinformatics, biology, computer science, and statistics and 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in scientific computing, working in a UNIX/Linux environment, Perl/Python scripting, and biology/bioinformatics required. Additional experience in statistical analysis, programming in R, parallel/distributed computing, and database management would be helpful.
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.
