Per Diem Bioinformatics Specialist III Barakat Research Group

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Bioinformatics Specialist III is responsible for leading complex bioinformatics projects and overseeing data analysis workflows. The role designs and applies computational methods, bioinformatics algorithms, and machine learning models to build data models and tools for analyzing and interpreting genetic, clinical, and imaging data. It collaborates with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners; contributes to bioinformatics strategies and research plans; and mentors junior analysts and team members. The position also designs, maintains, and troubleshoots data-processing and software pipelines and data architecture, provides technical expertise for bioinformatics tools and software, and conducts advanced statistical analyses and data integration across multiple datasets.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics or a related field, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
Five to seven years of related bioinformatics experience.
Ability to program, such as with Perl or Python.
Familiarity with software development life cycle (SDLC) principles.
Familiarity with experimental design principles and modern data analysis paradigms.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with staff at all levels and external contacts.
Effective problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Bioinformatics.
SQL proficiency with MySQL and/or SQL Server.
Knowledge of NoSQL and other database management systems, such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Apache CouchDB.

Responsibilities

Design and apply computational methods, bioinformatics algorithms, and machine learning models to build tools for analyzing and interpreting genetic, clinical, and imaging data.
Collaborate with teams, stakeholders, and external partners on large-scale projects.
Contribute to the development of bioinformatics strategies and research plans.
Mentor and train junior analysts or team members.
Design, maintain, and troubleshoot data-processing and software pipelines and data architecture.
Provide technical expertise and support for bioinformatics tools and software.
Perform advanced statistical analyses and integrate data across multiple datasets.