BACKGROUND

http://david.abcc.ncifcrf.gov

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Laboratory of Bioinformatics and Immunopathogenesis is seeking a highly motivated microarray data analyst with extensive experience in statistical analysis, data mining approaches, and the use of gene/protein functional annotation tools and programs. A strong background in molecular/cellular biology, immunology and/or virology is required. The individual will be required to work in a highly dynamic team environment in support of a diverse array of genomic studies in collaboration with laboratory and clinical investigators from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease at NIH. The successful candidate will interact closely with world-class bioinformatics analysts, molecular biologists, immunologists, statisticians and computer programmers.

REQUIREMENTS

MS/Ph.D. degree preferred. New Ph.D. graduates are encouraged. Expertise in a several of the following areas: microarray analysis for mRNA expression, mRNA splicing, CHIP-on-Chip, copy-number, and genotype; strong background in molecular/cellular biology, immunology and/or virology; working knowledge of Linux/UNIX/windows and bioinformatics tools (e.g. Partek, R/Bioconductor; BLAST, etc.); and some knowledge of programming languages such as Perl, etc.

PREFERENCES

Knowledge of Oracle database and novel bioinformatics algorithm development is a plus, but not required; Good publication record is desired

TERMS

Full time and permanent

LOCALE

National Cancer Institute at Frederick, Maryland (~40 miles away from DC)

COMPENSATION

Excellent salary and full benefit package

HOW TO APPLY

huangdawei[at]mail.nih.gov

DEADLINE

06/01/2008