Bioinformatics Assistant

Overview

The University of Minnesota Genomics Center is hiring a bioinformatics analyst to support the genomics services provided to researchers and clinicians at the University of Minnesota, and to external academic and industry scientists.

65% Analyze genomic datasets.

• Processing of sequence data from Illumina, Pacific Biosciences, and Oxford Nanopore instruments.
• Investigating data quality issues.
• Analysis of single-cell and spatial datasets.
• Meet with customers to assist with experimental design, troubleshooting, and results interpretation.

20% Assist the Development and Research groups in improving services, developing new services, and analyzing and interpreting research project datasets.

• Analyze datasets to assist with optimizing laboratory methods.
• Serve as the primary bioinformatics resource for the Genomics Center's Innovation Lab.

15% Assist with maintenance and development of the Genomics Center's informatics infrastructure.

• Assist with data management.
• Assist with analysis pipeline development.
• Assist with computer system management.
• Remain up to date on developments in the field.

Disclaimer Statement:
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Required Qualifications:

• Advanced degree with at least 6 years of experience or terminal degree plus at least 3 years of experience.
• Doctorate in computational or biological science field plus at least 3 years of bioinformatics experience.
• Experience developing and executing analysis workflows for high-throughput sequence data.
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds.

Pay Range: $20/hr – $30/hr depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Work Profile: Designated as work Profile 3:
Mostly Remote. Employee is expected to typically work in the office at least 3 days per week.

Retirement plan options are available for various classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The position is not eligible for H-1B or green card sponsorship.

Discrimination and harassment will not be tolerated. The University provides equal access and opportunity in its programs and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.