Job Description Summary

The brand-new MUSC Bioinformatics Core (BioCM) is seeking a superb bioinformatician to develop and use existing tools to speed the analysis of large genomics data sets. The main focus of this position is to provide data analysis/computational services to BCM customers, including members of the MUSC research community as well as external clients.

Broad types of data to be analyzed include those data generated with next generation sequencing (NGS) such as single cell multiomics, spatial transcriptomics and whole genome sequencing. The successful candidate will need to be able to write original code for specific applications and also be able to use and tailor existing software tools and analytic pipelines. The candidate will become familiar with in-house developed code, open-source software, and contribute to open-source software projects. In addition, there may be opportunities to participate as a member of MUSC research teams.

The ideal candidate must be able to work independently with limited guidance, keep meticulous records of his/her data analysis, and present results to clients. The candidate may also perform related responsibilities as required by the Core Director of the MUSC, Dr. Stefano Berto.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Research Grant

Cost Center

CC000984 COM NEURO RES Operations CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-06

Pay Range

46,655.00 - 66,488.00 - 86,321.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Job Duties:

35% - Under moderate to minimal supervision, lead bioinformatics design and analyses of genetics and transcriptomics datasets from bulk and single-cell RNA sequencing and their integration with other data sources and *-omics data

30% - Lead the design and development of software, databases, and pipelines (e.g. nextflow, snakemake) for analyzing and manipulating research data applications including expertise with simple programming using R/Python or Java, statistical programming, web-development, and database query through SQL

15% - Provide bioinformatics support to different research groups at the MUSC and provide guidance/supervision to group-associated bioinformaticians

10% - Provides direct technical support and helps guide, implement, and maintain further improvements to bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces and works with the entire bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix related issues

5% - May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate

5% - Performs other responsibilities as required

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: A high school diploma and three years work experience in the modification and maintenance of system programs, the design and development of system software, or the testing and debugging of system software. An associate’s degree or a bachelor’s degree in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience.

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift, lower, push or pull objects 15 lbs. or more, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to hear and/or understand conversations. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to work in dusty areas. (Infrequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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