Computational Biologist II, Surgery

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

20h

About The Position

Perform professional work in support of scientific research using technical knowledge of software, software development, networking, and/or hardware in a complex computing environment. Subject matter expert in multiple areas of computing technology, and specific knowledge of molecular biology and genetics. Work collaboratively with Principal Investigator ("PI") to determine the most suitable computational methods and tools to analyze large-scale biological data sets. Prepare reports for presentation or publication. Responsible for assisting PI in meeting the system needs for multiple research projects and/or labs.

UT Southwestern Medical Center is hiring for a Computational Biologist II in the Levi Lab. The Computational Biologist II works in support of scientific research using technical knowledge of software, software development, networking, and/or hardware in a complex computing environment. They will be a subject matter expert in multiple areas of computing technology and will have specific knowledge of molecular biology and genetics. They will work collaboratively with the Principal Investigator ("PI") to determine the most suitable computational methods and tools to analyze large-scale biological data sets.
Job Duties:
Analyzes data in the Levi laboratory across multiple projects
Generates data using computational skills and prepares said data for presentation and publication on a demanding schedule.
Advises and assists users and other personnel in analyzing, defining and resolving computational problems.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD in Computer Science or a related field of biological science, with thesis work in bioinformatics and computational biology or
• Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related field of biological science or
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related field of biological science
• 2 years of related research experience in bioinformatics and computational biology with Master's Degree or
• 4 years of related research experience in bioinformatics and computational biology with Bachelor's Degree.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes data in the Levi laboratory across multiple projects
• Generates data using computational skills and prepares said data for presentation and publication on a demanding schedule.
• Advises and assists users and other personnel in analyzing, defining and resolving computational problems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manage computer hardware and software programming and maintenance for one or more research laboratories. Ensure existing systems meet the continuing needs of the labs and/or recommend and test new systems as necessary.
• Perform or direct others to perform complex data analysis related to specialized research methodologies and results. Manage assigned research projects with minimal input from PI.
• Develop and/or modify software to support new and ongoing research projects.
• Resolve hardware, software, and network issues in support of the lab.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of complex databases to support new and ongoing research projects.
• Prepare research reports for presentation, and assist with preparation of manuscripts for publication.
• May specialize in bioinformatics, software development, network administration, or hardware/software maintenance.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100%25 coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree