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Position Summary:

• Performs professional and scientific research in computational biology as it relates to tumor immunology and cancer immunotherapy, especially with detailed knowledge of bioinformatic workflows and genomic and transcriptomic studies. This research includes somatic mutation and copy number determination, clonal architecture analyses, single-cell transcriptomics, clonal architecture analyses, single-cell transcriptomics, development of novel genomic assays, vector insertion site analyses, complex RNA transcription studies, and real-time analysis of human genomic data as part of a clinical research team.
• Participates in the daily activities of a group of professional and technical personnel engaged in research and/or testing activities.
• Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, investigates, reviews, modifies, develops, and tests new analytical procedures and methodologies.
• Follows laboratory rules and research protocols.
• Maintains laboratory equipment and responsible for proper disposal of hazardous waste.
• Interprets raw analytical data and presents and submits conclusions to the Principal Investigator for approval.
• Prepares or participates in the preparation of sound, accurate reports relating to research, grant, and other activities containing findings, conclusions, or recommendations.
• Functions as a scientific consultant in areas pertaining to specific expertise and trains personnel in the laboratory.
• Assists with the design and conduct of research studies, according to study protocols.
• Writes formal reports summarizing research work.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Ph.D. Degree or equivalent in computational biology, biostatistics, bioinformatics, genomics, or related area, plus two (2) years of related research experience.
• Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.

City: New Brunswick

State: NJ

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Posting Number: 23ST0051

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