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The Pathology Department is seeking a Programmer Analyst with firm understanding of programing and work with large data such as single cells sequencing to assist in analyzing results of research projects. The technologist should be able to get trained on 3D and 2D transcriptomic programing like CODA or Visum. The technologist should be able to use Matlab and R for programing. There is minimal wet lab work involved for this position mostly immunohistochemistry staining and tissue cutting.

The individual will participate in the planning of experiments with transcriptomics outcomes and interpreting of results. Responsible for routine operational activities such as: maintaining up to date records of experiments, reviewing inventory of laboratory supplies, and ordering laboratory equipment and supplies. Identifies and resolves problems and uses analytical and decision-making skills to implement assigned projects.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs analysis of scRNA sequencing and transcriptomic data sets available online or generated by our laboratory.
• Learn Matlab code for CODA to reconstruct mice and human tissue in 3D.
• Is proficient in programming in R to use for analysis of Visium, sc RNA sequencing and other large datasets.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures and results. Exchanges routine information in an appropriate manner requiring good oral and written communication. Regular interaction with students, vendors, post-doctoral fellows, faculty members, and other clinical fellows.
• Responsible for routine operational activities such as ordering supplies and materials, reviewing inventory, maintaining up to date records of tests, etc.
• Conducts preventive maintenance of equipment to include maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, making routine repairs or notifying service personnel when more complex problems occur.
• Performs general lab housekeeping and maintaining safety records.
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Skilled in image analysis and computer vision algorithm design.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, both development and maintenance.
• Strong communication and team interaction skills.
• Able to manage multi-project workload.
• Proficiency in python and working in Linux working environments.
• Strong skills in image analysis and computer vision algorithm design.
• Following best practices for version control of code.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily computer work, and ergonomic factors including sitting, computer monitor viewing, must be considered.
• Position requires frequent use of the telephone, while multi-tasking to retrieve or review information from the computer in order to assist callers quickly and confidentially. Must be able to communicate in a clear, concise, and professional manner.
• Staff may be required to complete annual competency review, and must insure compliance with Hospital Policy, Laboratory Policy & Procedure, Health, Safety & Environment regulations, and all applicable privacy & confidentiality laws/practices.

• Bachelor's Degree.
• One-year related experience.
• Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Data Sciences, Programming / bioinformatics or related field.

Classified Title: Programmer Analyst 
Role/Level/Range: ATP/03/PC  
Starting Salary Range: $52,230-$71,890-$91,550 Annually (Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 8:30am-5:00pm 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: ​​​​​​​School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Pat Immunology  
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

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The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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