Biodesign Researcher (Scientific Programmer)

DESCRIPTION

The Center for Evolutionary Functional Genomics at the Biodesign Institute of Arizona State University seeks a Biodesign Researcher (Scientific Programmer). The successful candidate: Participates in the maintenance, development, and debugging of software developed by the Center. Translates pre-determined logic into the appropriate programming language. Utilizes standard reference resources or procedural materials to resolve problems. Operates computing equipment as required. Participates in the design, testing, and documentation phases of programs.

REQUIREMENTS

Associate’s degree in Computer Science or related field; OR one year computer programming experience; OR any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

PREFERENCES:
· Experience programming with Delphi or Delphi for PHP, and other high-level programming languages.
· Experience with user interface and application development.
· Working knowledge of database connectivity (e.g. MySQL) and plug-in frameworks.
· Proficiency with algorithm design and experience in re-factoring source-code.

GENERAL INFORMATION:
Scientists in the Center for Evolutionary Functional Genomics leveraged innovations in information technology to develop tools for exploring long-standing biological questions. The recent ability to obtain the complete DNA sequence information of any organism, or genome, has allowed us to map and explore the genetic blueprints necessary for life as well as their evolution. To facilitate this exploration, we have developed easy-to-use computer software for the analysis of genomic databases. We are developing new methods for exploring the gene interactions that guide the maturation of a single fertilized egg cell into a complex adult animal with trillions of cells. We are using developmental gene expression image data from Drosophila, we are developing the first-of-its-kind computational tool and web resource for the digital analysis of developmental gene expression patterns.

We are also using the comparative sequence analysis to understand the mechanisms and functional impact of evolutionary change within and across species, particularly how the genes and genomes of humans and other organisms change over time. Through analysis and characterization of interspecific genomic variation, The Center's researchers are gaining insights into the emergence and prevalence of human disease factors. Using large-scale comparative sequence analysis techniques, we are building a timescale of life in an effort to reconstruct the evolutionary history of species.

The Center has identified several core research areas in which it strives for excellence: comparative genomics, computational developmental biology, and software and database development.

DEADLINE:
The application deadline is 11:59 pm Arizona time on Friday, August 10, 2007, or every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed.

HOW TO APPLY

All applications must include a cover letter, résumé, and the name, address (E-mail and street) and telephone number for three (3) professional references (personal references are not acceptable). Refer to Scientific Programmer in the subject line of the email and cover letter. Send your application material to: Kristi Garboushian, email: kgar[at]asu.edu.

This position is grant funded and continuation is to be contingent on satisfactory performance, availability of funding and the needs of the program. A background check is required for employment. AA/EOE.