Bioinformatics Scientist
Biotechnology/Bioservices Center
University of Connecticut

BACKGROUND

The University of Connecticut seeks a Bioinformatics Scientist primarily to serve the biological science community through consultation in a Bioinformatics Facility in the Biotechnology/Bioservices Center. The Facility consists of a 17-node Apple Workgroup cluster that uses Sun Grid Engine for its distributed resource management and runs Bioteam’s iNquiry as a portal to over 170 applications. A Systems Manager maintains the cluster and applications. The successful candidate will provide consultation to faculty and graduate students on the use of specific computing tools for solving a broad range of problems in biology, be able to interface with biologists and computer scientists, have an excellent command of verbal and written communication skills, and must use them effectively. Extensive experience is required in the application of software and databases used in computational biology, and in supporting desktop computing environments. Long range efforts will be to continue development and maintenance of an integrated bioinformatics network to serve a diverse research community.

REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications include a M.S. or Ph.D. in bioinformatics and experience or the equivalent skills to handle problems in phylogenetics, genomics, gene and protein expression analysis, database mining, molecular modeling, and structure-function analysis. Highly desirable are two or more years post M.S. work experience. The M.S. appointment will be as an Academic Assistant II or III. The successful candidate will function as a technical resource by providing support to faculty and students for on-going research activities. Candidates with a Ph.D. and a strong publication record may be eligible for an Assistant Professor In-Residence position. This position provides opportunities for research and an affiliation with an academic department. In addition, this position requires research activities supported by external grant funding, and may involve teaching. Both positions are non-tenure track annual 11-month appointments.
Salary commensurate with qualifications.

DEADLINE

Screening of candidates will begin immediately and remain open until filled.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and have three letters from professional referees sent to: Sue Levesque, University of Connecticut, Biotechnology/Bioservices, Unit 3149, 91 N. Eagleville Road, Storrs, CT 06269-3149.

The University of Connecticut encourages applications from under-represented groups, including minorities, women, and people with disabilities.

For more information see http://www.biotech.uconn.edu