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  • [Photo] Lori McKay • August 19, 2008
    Bioinformatics Analyst I
    SOM Institute of Genome Science
    University of Maryland, Baltimore, Baltimore, MD
    Requisition Number: 3315

    BACKGROUND

    The newly created Institute for Genome Sciences is recruiting for a Bioinformatics Analyst. The institute was established to support genomic, basic and translational research to improve human health at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and beyond. We intend to accomplish this goal by leveraging a state-of-the-art computational facility, the expertise of our domain experts, computational scientists, engineers, and our partnerships with other universities and organizations. The selected Bioinformatics Analyst I will contribute to genomic research projects and scientific analysis of the data generated by those projects using a variety of database and software applications. Responsibilities include generating, annotating, gathering or analyzing data and preparing for further analysis, research, or publication.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • Following established procedures or specific scientific protocols, add value to data generated by genome sequencing projects through assembly, annotation, curation, and quality assurance.
    • Perform preliminary analysis of genomic data and format for use by other analysts or scientists.
    • Integrate and analyze data from genome sequencing projects, functional genomics analysis, and other school of medicine research projects.
    • Perform data mining and synthesis activities using various internal resources, public databases and publications.
    • Organize genomic data with other relevant data types into databases, displays, or graphic presentations for publication and web presentation.
    • Participate in community outreach and training.

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, including fields such as Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or Bioinformatics.
    • Experience with Windows and UNIX-based operating systems.
    • Knowledge of relational database management systems, e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, or Oracle

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    • Ability to effectively operate analysis software and manipulate data in a UNIX environment.
    • Ability to learn additional computer skills quickly.
    • Strong analytical skills and the ability to effectively solve problems within the scope of the position.
    • Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
    • Able to document and describe routine processing.

    SALARY & COMPENSATION

    Hiring Range: Commensurate with education and experience

    DEADLINE

    Filing Deadline: 9/20/08
    Reposted Date: 7/23/08

    HOW TO APPLY

    To learn more about the University of Maryland, Baltimore and to apply for this position, please visit our website at http://www.hr.umaryland.edu/careers
    AA/EOE/ADA

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