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Department: MED-Pulmonary
Salary/Grade: EXS/6

Job Summary:

The Misharin laboratory in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine at Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago, is seeking a computational biologist/bioinformatician/data analyst with expertise in genomics data to support ongoing projects in our group and with collaborators. 

We apply state-of-the-art genomic, computational, and machine-learning tools to understand immune mechanisms governing lung injury and repair. Our research aims to identify new biomarkers and develop new therapies to treat lung diseases and improve patient outcomes. 

We are seeking candidates with training in computational biology, biostatistics, machine learning, bioinformatics, or related fields. Preferred skills include UNIX/bash scripting, high-performance computing, R and Python programming, git/GitHub and version control, familiarity with next-generation sequencing workflows and Illumina sequencing data formats, fundamentals in statistics and machine learning, and experience with RNA-seq and scRNA-seq analysis. Experience with spatial or imaging dataset analysis is a plus. 

Successful candidates are expected to work closely with biologists and clinicians to jointly find solutions to complex biomedical problems. The laboratory strives towards open, reproducible, and collaborative science. Our group provides a safe, comfortable, and stimulating work environment and excellent opportunities for professional development. Our laboratory values diversity, equity, and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.

Utilizes multiple quantitative and qualitative datasets from a variety of sources and interprets results using various techniques, ranging from simple data aggregation via statistical analysis to complex data mining.  Assists in the design, development and implementation of business solutions partnering with clients to identify analytical requirements.  Compiles reports, charts, and tables based on established statistical methods.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

• Partners with clients to define requirements based on business objectives.                                                                   

Administration

• Develop standardized templates, policies, and procedures for internal and external reporting.
• Designs and prepares documentation for qualitative and quantitative data analysis.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

Development

• Completes a variety of statistical analyses using appropriate data and software
• Merges data from multiple sources in preparation for analysis.
• Interprets results of analyses for use in reports and presentations

Performance

• Completes data cleaning and organizes data files for analysis.
• Reviews data and Identifies quality issues

Miscellaneous

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.  
• Please see information highlighted below.
  • Enterprise Applications
    • Digital repository
  • Infrastructure
    • Amazon Web Services (AWS)
    • Box Collaborative Storage
    • Code Repositories (Git, Subversion)
    • GlobusOnline
    • High Performance Computing (HPC)
    • Linux Operating System
    • Mac OS X Operating System
    • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)
    • Microsoft SharePoint
  • Programming Languages and Frameworks
    • Python
    • Shell Scripting
    • R/R Studio
  • Analytical
    • Data mining
    • Data modeling
    • Debugging
    • Metadata creation and management
    • Problem solving
    • Troubleshooting
    • Use-case analysis
  • Project
    • agile environment                   
    • Code documentation
    • collaboration and teamwork
    • cost/benefit analysis
    • evaluate resources
    • facilitate collaboration
    • functional documentation
    • iterative & incremental development
    • organizational skills
    • planning
    • Scrum project framework
    • workflow development & documentation
    • write proposals and project charters

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, computer engineering, statistics, mathematics, or a similar field.
• Prior working experience with analysis of next generation sequencing data (RNA-seq/scRNA-seq, ATAC-seq), metagenomics analysis, agile and scrum methodologies, and project management.

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Action oriented - Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation.
• Coachability - Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.
• Collaboration - Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team.
• Collegiality - Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
• Initiative - Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems.
• Meets deadlines - Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.
• Multi-tasking - Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Organization - Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.

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