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BACKGROUND

At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we're not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we're driving excellence and improving outcomes.

For the 26th year, MSK has been named a top hospital for cancer by U.S. News & World Report. We're treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES

We are currently seeking a Bioinformatics Group Leader to direct a new bioinformatics group in the Center for Molecular Oncology (CMO), a program developed to lead large-scale translational and clinical research and promote "precision" medicine through tumor molecular profiling.

As a Bioinformatics Group Leader you will:

Supervise a group of engineers, programmers and computational scientists to develop and utilize software and database systems to track and manage laboratory processes, catalyze technology development, and analyze "next-generation" sequence data primarily from human tumors
Work closely with CMO leadership, experimental and computational biologists, and technical staff in the Center
Assist clinical and translational researchers with analysis of core genomic projects

REQUIREMENTS

MS degree required, PhD degree strongly desired in bioinformatics, computer science, genomics, or relevant field
At least 7-10 years of postgraduate training in academic or industry research is required with expertise operating in a high-throughput production environment
Cross-disciplinary and strong analytic skills, as well as broad experience with bioinformatics methods, databases, software, and computer programming languages are essential. Previous managerial experience of a multifaceted group is mandatory.
Highly organized and self-directed individual who is able to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

Thorough experience with the following is required:

UNIX environment
Next-generation sequence analysis packages (e.g. Picard, Samtools, GATK)
Advanced programming skills
Database management (e.g., both SQL and modern noSQL systems)
Statistical packages (e.g., R)
High performance computing

Essential Skills/Attributes:

Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
Detailed expertise and proven track record with bioinformatics concepts, methods, and tools
Strong organizational and troubleshooting abilities
Familiarity with genomic technologies
Proficiency with genomic data, tools, and databases
Experience with human cancer bioinformatics analysis desired
Demonstrated attention to detail and analytical skills
Excellent time management skills, especially involved the simultaneous management of multiple projects
Experience in software management strongly desired
Leadership skills and ability to work well in a team environment
Passion for science and desire to impact cancer

LOCALE

New York, NY

COMPENSATION

Competitive

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online at careers.mskcc.org and search by Job Title or Job Posting Number: 8315

POLICY

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.

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