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Department: MED-Pulmonary
Salary/Grade: EXS/6
Job Summary:
The Misharin lab is seeking a computational biologist/bioinformatician/data analyst with expertise in machine learning, genomics, single cell RNA-seq, and single cell spatial genomics to support the ongoing research projects focusing on mechanisms governing lung injury and repair (see Grant et al., Nature, 2021; Sikkema et al., Nat Med, 2022; Bailey et al., bioRxiv, 2023).
Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining.Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements.Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods.
This role supports biomedical research projects through the use of state-of-the-art genomic, computational, data science, and machine learning tools to understand immune mechanisms governing lung injury and repair.
Specific Responsibilities:
Strategic Planning
Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.
Administration
Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.
Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
Development
Completes a variety of statistical analyses using appropriate data and software
Merges data from multiple sources in preparation for analysis.
Interprets results of analyses for use in reports and presentations
Performance
Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis.
Reviews data and Identifies quality issues
Supervises
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
Digital repository
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Box Collaborative Storage
Code Repositories (Git, Subversion)
GlobusOnline
High Performance Computing (HPC)
Linux Operating System
Mac OS X Operating System
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
Microsoft SharePoint
Data Mining
Data Modeling
Debugging
Metadata Creation and Management
Problem Solving
Troubleshooting
Use-case Analysis
agile environment
Code documentation
collaboration and teamwork
cost/benefit analysis
evaluate resources
facilitate collaboration
functional documentation
iterative & incremental development
organizational skills
planning
Scrum project framework
workflow development & documentation
write proposals and project charters
Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)
Graduate degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, mathematics, or a similar field.
Prior working experience with analysis of next generation sequencing data (RNA-seq/scRNA-seq, ATAC-seq), metagenomics analysis, agile and scrum methodologies, and project management.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
Action oriented - Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation.
Coachability - Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.
Collaboration - Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team.
Collegiality - Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
Initiative - Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems.
Meets deadlines - Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.
Multi-tasking - Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
Organization - Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.
Target hiring range for this position will be between $55,128 to $77,525 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
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Benefits:
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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
