Bioinformatics Specialist-Comprehensive Cancer Center

The Ohio State University

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Bioinformatics Specialist supports translational and immuno-oncology research through the application of computational biology, bioinformatics, and statistical analysis methods. This position performs advanced analyses of high-dimensional genomic, transcriptomic, and single-cell sequencing datasets, develops analytical workflows, and collaborates with laboratory investigators to generate biological insights that support cancer research objectives. The incumbent serves as a key analytical resource within multidisciplinary research teams and contributes to publications, grant applications, and scientific presentations.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Biomedical Informatics, or a related discipline.
• Experience analyzing large-scale biological datasets.
• Proficiency in R and Python.
• Knowledge of bioinformatics methodologies for next-generation sequencing data analysis.
• Experience with statistical modeling and data visualization techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative research environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with single-cell RNA sequencing analysis.
• Experience with Seurat, Monocle3, SCENIC, miloR, and related bioinformatics tools.
• Experience analyzing immunology, oncology, or translational research datasets.
• Experience with machine learning approaches including Random Forest, Support Vector Machines, deep learning, and predictive modeling.
• Experience contributing to peer-reviewed publications.
• Familiarity with cloud computing, Linux environments, and high-performance computing platforms.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced analyses of high-dimensional genomic, transcriptomic, and single-cell sequencing datasets.
• Develops analytical workflows.
• Collaborates with laboratory investigators to generate biological insights that support cancer research objectives.
• Serves as a key analytical resource within multidisciplinary research teams.
• Contributes to publications, grant applications, and scientific presentations.

Benefits

• The OSUCCC – James is the only cancer program in the United States that features a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center aligned with a nationally ranked academic medical center and a freestanding cancer hospital on the campus of one of the nation’s largest public universities.
• The OSUCCC – James Pelotonia Institute for Immuno-Oncology (PIIO) is a comprehensive bench-to-bedside research initiative focused on harnessing the body’s immune system to fight cancer at all levels—from prevention to treatment and survivorship.
• Trainees benefit from an enriching educational environment led by world-renowned mentors in cancer immunotherapy, complemented by a robust seminar series, access to top-tier research facilities, and a dynamic culture of innovation that drives transformative discoveries in cancer care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior