Bioinformatics Core Lab Manager

Department/Unit:
Molecular & Cellular Physiology

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $77,075.00 - $ Perform rigorous, reproducible analysis of bulk and single-cell genomic datasets, working directly with research teams to translate biological questions into appropriate computational analyses and publication- and grant-ready results and furthering Albany Medical College shared core facility research operations for bioinformatics core, including conducting laboratory tests, and experiments.

Independently manage daily core facility operations a while consulting frequently with Core Director and core facility users regarding service delivery, technical capabilities, infrastructure needs, and utilization. This position is appointed to a single core facility but is structured to be applicable across multiple core types (e.g., imaging, flow cytometry, bioinformatics).

Ability to move beyond the generation of standard bioinformatics outputs and interpret genomic results in the context of the underlying biological question. Manage multiple concurrent bioinformatics projects, prioritize analyses according to project timelines, communicate project status clearly, and maintain appropriate documentation of completed analyses.

Core Facility Operations and Management Design, support, and troubleshoot core-based computational and analytical workflows and methodologies in support of core facility users; assist users in obtaining high-quality data for publication and grant submissions; compile, analyze, document core-generated data, usage metrics, quality control records, and performance indicators, as appropriate. Prepare and/or assist investigators with methods descriptions related to core software, data platforms, computational analyses, or analytical workflows for inclusion in manuscripts and grants.

Review software documentation, methods manuals, vendor documentation, and scientific literature for information on developing, optimizing, and troubleshooting of core technologies, workflows, analytical methods, and SOPs (Standard Operating Procedure) documents. Confer regularly with the Core Director and core facility users to review service needs, technical capabilities, and future directions of the core. Assist in designing core services and protocols and modify existing procedures to meet user and institutional needs as required.

Design and troubleshoot routine and complex technical workflows, analyses, software, or instrumentation-related issues to support diverse research applications within the core. Maintain and advance technical expertise through hands‑on experience, professional workshops, and specialized training, including bioinformatics, genomics, biostatistics, programming, data analysis, or modality-specific courses as relevant to the core.

Supervise the work of core facility staff and trainees, as applicable. Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training new personnel. Provide input and recommendations regarding personnel and user performance to the Core Director or departmental leadership as needed.

Train, certify, and support investigators, staff, and trainees in the safe and effective use of core instrumentation software, data platforms, and computational resources, including follow‑up with newly trained users to ensure proper usage. Monitor the satisfactory operation of shared core software, data platforms, computing systems, and other technical resources. Supervise daily use of core resources by assisting users, enforcing operating procedures, and ensuring work areas are cleaned, sanitized, and maintained according to institutional standards.

Troubleshoot routine and complex software, workflow, or system‑related problems, and coordinate technical support as needed.…