BACKGROUND

The Human Genome Sequencing Center (HGSC) at Baylor College of Medicine seeks enthusiastic individuals to work with software in a rapidly evolving research environment to support the advance of sequencing technology, genomics research, and analysis.

As one of three large-scale sequencing centers funded by the National Institutes of Health, HGSC provides a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge genomic scientists.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Tasks to be performed in this job include managing data flow for data publication including submission to national archives, as well as supporting the development and deployment of laboratory information management systems and new software tools to support analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

Candidates should have experience with Unix programming tools and a strong desire to learn. Knowledge of object oriented programming concepts and experience with biology and genetics are desirable.

Required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Biological Sciences.

Required: Three years of experience in scientific programming with applications to genome research or a Master's degree in Computer Science or Biological Sciences and one year of directly related work experience.

Programming in a UNIX/LINUX environment.

Preferred: Experience with C++ and programming using UNIX/LINUX clusters.

Experience in one or more of the following: SQL, scripting languages such as perl, groovy, or python, and/or Computational Biology or Genome informatics.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply directly to 224728JC at http://www.medschooljobs.org

http://www.medschooljobs.org/applicants/Central?quickFind=73296

POLICY

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.