Rsch Pro 1-Informatics

About the Job

Summary :

This position is for a statistical programmer in genomics (PI : Dr. PingHsun Hsieh, the Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development). Primary responsibilities include conducting research under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and performing lab research and management duties. The hired researcher is expected to interact with and communicate well with other lab members with goals associated with the lab’s research.

Essential Functions :

• 85% Perform research
• Design and implement computational and statistical approaches to analyze large genomic datasets.
• Participate in lab presentations and discussions.
• Compile and report findings in meetings.
• Communicate effectively with lab members and collaborators to facilitate research works.
• Literature review and protocol development to stay updated on current research.
• 15% Assist with laboratory functions
• Contribute to grant writing and manuscript preparation.
• Design and maintain the lab website.

Qualifications

All required qualifications must be included in the application materials

Required Qualifications :

1) Statistical :

(i) Machine learning / AI models, e.g., hidden Markov Model or transformer.

(ii) Basic statistical methods, e.g., parametric / nonparametric hypothesis testing or bootstrapping.

2) Large, complex data analysis :

(i) High-performance computing environments, e.g., SLURM

(ii) Analyzing genomic sequencing data.

Preferred Qualifications :

About the Department

GCD :

The Department of Genetics, Cell Biology, and Development (GCD) spans a broad spectrum of biological disciplines, including the storage and expression of information (genetics), its translation into the workings of individual cells (cell biology), and the assembly of cells into tissues and organ systems (development).

Our vision for the future of the department embraces three critical strategies : 1) integration of methods and ideas across disciplines, 2) collaborative projects that assemble the people required to achieve that integration, and 3) strategic use of model systems that provide the most powerful experimental access to important biological and medical problems. With our uniquely diverse expertise, these approaches allow us to build upon innovative basic science and to translate fundamental discoveries into direct benefits for society.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range : $24 - $28 / hour; depending on education / qualifications / experience

Time Appointment Category :  75%-100% Appointment (If job description above does not specify appointment or expected weekly hours, assume a 100% appointment.)

Position Type : Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff