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BACKGROUND
Computercraft seeks a highly motivated Biologist to join the BioSample and BioProject curation team onsite at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. BioSample and BioProject are public databases that store descriptive information about the data stored in companion sequence databases (for more information, see http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK153516/).
The successful candidate will help review and process incoming submissions to the BioSample and BioProject databases and will have a background in biology, genomics, or biomedicine.RESPONSIBILITIES
- Communicate extensively with researchers, resolving issues relating to submission procedures, formats, content, and site navigation
- Review and evaluate data submissions for structural integrity and content
- Troubleshoot data flow issues and test new database features
REQUIREMENTS
- M.Sc in biology or related field
- Excellent general computer skills, including familiarity with spreadsheets
- Excellent written/verbal communication skills
- Practical experience with curation and/or genomic data is highly desirable but not required to apply
COMPENSATION
Computercraft offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including health insurance with 100% company paid premiums, 401K program with matching, paid time off and holiday pay, life insurance, flexible spending and disability coverage. We offer an excellent work life balance with a standard 40 hour work week and the chance to work with accomplished scientists at NIH/NCBI.HOW TO APPLY
To apply for this position or learn about other Computercraft job opportunities, please visit the Careers section of our website: http://www.computercraft-usa.com OR http://ch.tbe.taleo.net/CH06/ats/careers/requisition.jsp;jsessionid=DA0642BA2D0776D34D7E2C648D88696B.NA10_primary_jvm?org=COMPUTERCRAFT&cws=1&rid=104POLICY
Computercraft is an equal opportunity employer.
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