Bioinformatics Research Associate (3 Month Contract)
SeqMatic LLC.•Fremont, CA
•$45 - $55
About The Position
SeqMatic is seeking a bioinformatics research associate to join our sequencing service team on a 3 month contract basis. The position requires a strong background in bioinformatics or a related science, particularly in analyzing NGS data.
Requirements
- B.S. or M.S. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Biostatistics or a related science
- Experience with a scripting language (Python, R, Perl, Bash, Java, Javascript) is required
- Experience working in a Unix/Linux command-line environment is required
- Familiarity with common bioinformatics software tools for processing next-generation sequencing data, such as Bowtie, GATK/Picard, STAR, SAMtools, Cell Ranger, and/or similar applications.
- Experience working with large-scale biological datasets using high-performance computing.
- Proficient using MS Office Software
- Ability to work well under pressure to meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Must be detail-oriented and have strong analytical skills
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with next-generation sequencing preferred, particularly Illumina or 10X Genomics libraries
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Data QC of NGS sequencing data
- Bioinformatic analysis of NGS data, particularly bulk RNA and scRNA
- Custom bioinformatic analysis
- Develop, maintain, and optimize analysis pipelines
- Generating data QC and analysis reports
- Organize and maintain experimental records and lab procedures
- Communicate in person and electronically with customers and team members
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
