Sr Bioinformatic Scientist

Sr Bioinformatic Scientist

Location:

Adele Hall
Division:
Research Informatics

Work Hours:

8 AM - 4 PM
Work Type:
Full Time
FLSA Status:
Exempt

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children's Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years.

Children's Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City - a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children's health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

Provides bioinformatics leadership, analysis and software development support to enable interpretation of genomic data. Works with the Director of Bioinformatics to design and develop analytical solutions that integrate with and augment existing informatics capability within the genome center and the hospital. Works directly with medical and scientific staff to define computational strategies and assist with experimental design and hypothesis generation. Performs in-depth analysis for research projects and assist in the definition, validation and implementation of clinical applications.

Assists with personnel management as needed with a focus on leading efforts within a defined project or primary functional area of expertise.

At Children's Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity.

Additionally, it's important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children's Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005.

If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Design and develop bioinformatics capability including data analysis pipelines, knowledge bases, user interfaces, algorithms and databases to support clinical assays and research projects.
• Perform supervised and independent scientific analysis utilizing expertise in analysis of genomic data and knowledge of best practices.
• Lead bioinformatics efforts within a defined project or primary functional area of expertise.
• Report research results. Assist with the development of the Children's Mercy Genome Center group into a recognized leader in the field of genomics capability and expertise associated with the research of pediatric medicine and disease. Communicate needs, issues and progress to relevant informatics and scientific stakeholders.

• Master's Degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biostatistics, Computational Biology or Biology and 5-7 years experience with Linux or other Unix operating systems;
  Java, C#, C++, Perl, Python or Ruby scripting languages.
• Bachelor's Degree with 7 or more years experience accepted in lieu of a Master's degree.

The benefits plans at Children's Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families. Learn more about Children's Mercy benefits.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $39.95/hr, but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely, which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Children's Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Children's Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills, expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees, patients, parents and visitors. A personal interview, formal education and training, previous work experience, references and a criminal background investigation are all factors used to select the best…