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    BACKGROUND

    The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Inc. (http://www.noble.org) is a non-profit research institute with a vision to influence agriculture by exploring and improving production agriculture techniques and advancing plant science through research and discovery. The Foundation is one of the world's leaders in interpretation of the Medicago genome and in bioenergy crops including switchgrass, alfalfa and tall fescue. The Foundation has made substantial investments to enhance its bioinformatics infrastructure which has resulted in the need for more bioinformatics professionals.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    The Scientific Data Analyst & Programmer will not only apply their computing skills to biological problem solving, and to develop bioinformatics databases, web sites, data visualization tools in order to support various scientific projects, but will also have extremely good communication skills, team-building capabilities and an interest in training researchers. The candidate will also contribute to applied research in a team environment to enhance the Foundation's research computing infrastructure. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, self-starter seeking a challenge upon which to build a computational science career in a world-class research environment.

    For more information regarding the Computing Services department, visit http://www.noble.org/recruiting/computing-services/.

    REQUIREMENTS

    Qualifications for the Scientific Data Analyst & Programmer:
    • Master of computer science, computer engineering, bioinformatics or a closely related area, or a bachelor's degree with comparable experience required
    • 2 years full-time experience in scientific software and large scale database system design and implementation, or 4 years full-time experience with a bachelor's degree required
    • Experience with analytics, data mining, web designing and data visualization preferred
    Required knowledge, skills, and abilities:
    • Broad knowledge of industry software development standards and practices
    • Experience with development in a Linux environment
    • Ability to solve problems independently yet function well as part of a multi-disciplinary team
    • Experience with relational databases, preferably MySQL
    • Excellent communication and organizational skills

    PREFERENCES

    Preferred knowledge, skills, and abilities:
    • Experience with developing scientific systems in a web environment
    • Experience with at least one of the following programming languages: Java, Perl, PHP or Python
    • Basic knowledge of molecular biology, genomics, genetics and transcriptomics concepts and techniques

    TERMS

    This position is anticipated to begin on or around April 1, 2015.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Application Instructions for the Scientific Data Analyst & Programmer:

    To apply for the Scientific Data Analyst & Programmer, applicants are requested to apply online by completing the application and submitting a resume, copy of college transcript(s), contact information for three references (excluding relatives), and a cover letter explaining interest in the position and career goals. If applicant does not have the ability to upload the additional documents they can be faxed to (580) 224-6240 (please include position number), but the application should be completed and submitted online.

    Applications will be accepted until a candidate is hired. Interested applicants should apply immediately.

    The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Inc.
    Human Resources Department
    Position Number: AD-A122-525
    2510 Sam Noble Parkway
    Ardmore, OK 73401
    E-mail: NFHR[at]noble.org
    Website: http://www.noble.org

    Position ID: AD-A122-525

    POLICY

    The Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.

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