Bioinformaticist; Hybrid - Neurology

Position Summary

The Albanus Lab in the Department of Neurology is searching for a Bioinformaticist. The successful candidate will independently lead projects integrating multi-omics (single-cell RNA‑ and ATAC‑seq, spatial transcriptomics) and genetics to advance understanding of human aging with a focus on neurodegenerative diseases and personalized medicine. The candidate will lead lab research projects with full independence and provide support for collaborations, grant reporting, and computational infrastructure.

• Design, develop, and implement algorithms and computer software for large high‑throughput omics datasets.
• Develop data management and analysis solutions that aid the storage, investigation, and dissemination of large datasets.
• Lead independent research projects, including design of research protocols and development of procedures for the collection, verification, and management of data.
• Perform complex systems analysis of data and write interpretive reports.
• Evaluate commercial and academic bioinformatics software.
• Train other researchers on analysis software and research databases.
• Assist with grant preparation and reporting of methods, data, and results.
• Resolve practical problems related to equipment or test subjects and suggest technical or procedural improvements in testing methods.

Normal office environment.

Physical effort:
Sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment:
Office equipment.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Research experience: 4 years.

• Master’s degree, Ph.D. – Doctor of Philosophy.
• Skills:
  
  Analytical Thinking, Big Data Processing, Bioinformatics Tools, Communication, Complex Data Analysis, Computational Biology, Critical Reasoning, Data Management, Group Problem Solving, Linux, Perl Programming, Python (Programming Language), Statistics.

$55,200.00 – $ annually.

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with 7% university contribution.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, employee assistance program, financial resources, access to dietitians.
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child; additional family care resources and adult care support available.
• Tuition coverage for employees and families: up to 100% for partner college tuition up to seven years and 40% elsewhere.

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