University of California San Diego
Location
La Jolla, CA | United States
Job description
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 02/20/2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 02/29/2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
The Department of Medicine (DOM) is the largest department within the UCSD School of Medicine and is responsible for fulfilling the teaching, research, and clinical missions of the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine. The department employs approximately 500 salaried faculty, 168 academic appointees, 331 residents, fellow and postdocs and 479 staff personnel.
Computational biologist. Resolves routine programming problems, applying established data processing algorithms to novel data. Works on issues and projects of limited scope. Follows standard programming procedures to analyze situations and data from which answers can be readily obtained. Maintains repositories of published code and answers outside user requests. Aids in the publications of research results. Proficiency in Python, R, Linux, and git version control systems required. AWS experience is a plus. Understanding of major biological data types (genomic SNPs, single-cell RNA-seq expression, protein-protein interaction networks, ATAC-seq, Chip-seq) is required.
Will design and develop bioinformatic programs and pipelines to process genomics data. Responsible for lab computer and software maintenance and coordination with other computer facilities.
Under direct supervision, applies professional bioinformatics concepts and computational procedures to complete small projects or portions of projects. Works on assignments of limited scope and complexity. Follows standard programming procedures to analyze situations and data from which answers can be readily obtained.
Four years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area.
Basic knowledge of bioinformatics methods and data structures. Demonstrated experience processing, and analyzing genomics data.
Basic knowledge of applications programming and web development. Demonstrated experience with functional programming, the R class system (both S3 and new classes), the R packaging system, R methods and generic functions. Demonstrated knowledge of Apache server on Linux, scripting and familiarity with Internet protocols.
Basic knowledge of databases.
Basic project management skills.
Basic knowledge of modern biology and applicable field of research. Theoretical knowledge in molecular, cellular, or developmental biology.
Interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.
Self motivated, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills.
Basic knowledge of application and data security concepts.
Proficiency in R, Python, Linux, bash scripting, git version control systems.
Experience analyzing singlecell and spatial transcriptomics data.
Knowledge relating to the design development, modification and implementation of software including object-oriented programming concepts.
Understanding of major biological data types (genomic SNPs, RNA-seq expression, protein-protein interaction networks.).
Four (4) years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in bioinformatics, biological science, computational / programming, or related area and /or equivalent experience/training.
Knowledge of AWS, Jupyter Notebook, HPC.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $67,200 - $119,600 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $32.18 - $57.28
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
About University of California San Diego
UC San Diego is an academic powerhouse and economic engine, recognized as one of the top 8 public universities by U.S. News and World Report. Innovation is central to who we are and what we do. Here, students learn that knowledge isn't just acquired in the classroom - life is their laboratory. UC San Diego's rich academic portfolio includes six undergraduate colleges, five academic divisions and five graduate and professional schools. The university's award-winning scholars are experts at the forefront of their fields with an impressive track record for achieving scientific, medical and technological breakthroughs.
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