Bioinformaticist - Pediatrics Infectious Diseases

Scheduled Hours 40 Position Summary Assists in developing and conducting research projects, including experiment design, data analysis, and documentation of experiment results Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Designs, develops, and implements: Algorithms and computer software for omics-based data sets [high-throughput, massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical.] Data management and analysis solutions that aid in the storage, investigation, and dissemination of large data sets. Independent research projects, including design of research protocols and development of procedures for the collection, verification, and management of data. Performs complex systems analysis of data and writes interpretative reports. Evaluates commercial and academic bioinformatics software. Trains other researchers on the everyday use of analysis software and research databases. Assists with grant preparation and reporting of methods, data, and results. Solves practical problems relating to difficulties with equipment or test subjects; suggests technical or procedural improvements in testing methods. Working Conditions: Job Location/Working Conditions Normal Office Environment Physical Effort Typically Sitting at a desk or table Equipment Office Equipment The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Required Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree Certifications /Professional Licenses : No specific certification/professional license is required for this position. Work Experience: Research (4 Years) Skills: Not Applicable Driver's License: A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles. Preferred Qualifications Education: Master's degree, Ph.D. - Doctor of Philosophy Certifications /Professional Licenses : No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Work Experience: No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting. Skills: Analytical Thinking, Big Data Processing, Bioinformatics Tools, Communication, Complex Data Analysis, Computational Biology, Critical Reasoning, Data Management, Discrete Mathematics, Group Problem Solving, Java, Machine Learning (ML), Perl Programming, Probabilistic Modeling, Python (Programming Language), Statistics Grade R11 Salary Range $55,200.00 - $100,000.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccina