The Bioinformatics Core Facility at the University of Utah, jointly managed by the University of Utah Health Science Center and the Huntsman Cancer Institute, seeks a Bioinformatics Data Analyst to join its staff. This individual will assist researchers with the design of next-generation sequencing and microarray experiments, analyze and interpret data from those experiments, and evaluate or create new data analysis and data management tools.
Huntsman Cancer Institute is committed to cancer prevention, care, and survivorship for all communities within the area we serve – which includes Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming – with impact worldwide.
Essential Functions:
- Analysis of data from high throughput sequencing and microarray experiments.
- Create, maintain, and document computer software for data analysis and management.
- Assist researchers with the design of genomic experiments.
- Instruct personnel in collaborating labs in the use of analysis methods and tools.
This job description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s of Science degree with a focus on Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science or Molecular Biology or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Two years of experience in genomic data analysis required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required.
Software development experience in object-oriented programming using Java, Python, and/or C++ and familiarity with molecular biology, genomics, and some biostatistics helpful.
Master of Science degree or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, and/or Life Sciences preferred.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status.
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