[Next-Generation Sequencing Book]
  • [Photo] Computercraft Corporation • August 18, 2009

    BACKGROUND

    Computercraft seeks a biologist with significant knowledge in life sciences and computer skills to perform genome scale data evaluation. The individual will work onsite at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) in Bethesda, MD. Our scientists work with genomic experts at NIH's National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI) in the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to create and enhance a suite of databases and cutting edge tools available to researchers worldwide.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to (1) working with our programming staff to help design and test new applications; (2) maintaining genome assemblies and maps (3) performing data QA/QC of genomics data (4) working with microarray data and sequence alignments (5) analyzing large scale genome variations.

    REQUIREMENTS

    • PhD or M.S. in molecular biology, bioinformatics, or highly related field
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as organizational skills are essential
    • Ability to work with a team in a production environment and communicate well with NCBI biologists and programmers as well as external scientists
    • Strong interest in contributing to the development of public database resources
    • Familiarity with BLAST, genome browsers and genome assembly data
    • Experience with microarray analysis and sequence alignment

    PREFERENCES

    • Programming experience (Perl or Python preferred)
    • Linux/UNIX experience
    • Statistical analysis, especially tools such as “R”

    SALARY & COMPENSATION

    Computercraft offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including PPO health insurance with 100% company paid premiums, 401K program with matching, paid time off and holiday pay, life insurance, flexible spending and disability coverage. We offer an excellent work life balance with a standard 40 hour work week and the chance to work alongside accomplished scientists at NIH/NCBI.

    HOW TO APPLY

    To apply for this position or learn about other Computercraft job opportunities, please visit the Careers section of our website: http://www.computercraft-usa.com

    Computercraft is an equal opportunity employer.

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