Research Services Information Sciences Professional (Intermediate Senior Level)

University of Colorado • Aurora, CO

426d • $55,352 - $70,407

About The Position

The Research Services Information Sciences Professional at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is responsible for leading genomic research projects using biobank and cohort data, with a focus on nutritional epidemiology and metabolism. This role requires a strong background in bioinformatics and computational biology to support ongoing analyses and contribute to the lab's goals of understanding the relationship between diet, genetics, and health.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field (Intermediate Level).
• One (1) year data management and bioinformatic analyses experience (Intermediate Level).
• Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field (Senior Level).
• Two (2) years data management and bioinformatic analyses experience (Senior Level).
• A combination of education and related technical/paraprofessional experience may be substituted for the bachelor's degree on a year for year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computational Biology, Data Science, Computer Science or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience analyzing data using high-performance computing.
• One (1) year of experience analyzing data using cloud computing.
• One (1) year of experience analyzing human genomics data.
• One (1) year of experience working with UK Biobank, AllofUs, and/or other large-scale cohorts or biobanks.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with and support Principal Investigators (PI) and other stakeholders in bioinformatics and data analysis.
• Perform scientifically rigorous data management and bioinformatic analyses.
• Develop and implement complex analyses pipelines, programming, and data visualization techniques for multi-layered -omics datasets.
• Integrate data from multiple sources to accelerate discoveries.
• Assist with the design and development of major bioinformatics-related programming projects.
• Write custom scripts to access databases and analyze data.
• Identify bioinformatic and data management solutions independently and creatively.
• Assist and train junior team members.
• Document all analyses for reproducibility and create training materials as necessary.
• Contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts, presentations, and grant proposals.

Benefits

• Medical: Multiple plan options
• Dental: Multiple plan options
• Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
• Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 10/year
• Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
• ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree