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  • [Photo] Patrick Blake • August 6, 2010

    BACKGROUND

    Sophic is an integrator of life science software and services. We license, implement and support Knowledge Management, Database Integration and Linguistic Software in government, academic organizations and biotech/pharmaceutical companies. Our software products are developed by Biomax AG, Munich Germany. Sophic is developing an Integrated Cancer Biomarker KnowledgeBase (ICBK), and implementing a wide range of Knowledge Management configurations in research centers and pharmaceutical companies.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Sophic Associate Scientific Software Engineer (SSE). Use the flexible/agile Biomax development platform to configure scientific/biomedical solutions based on customer requirements. This position entails:
    • Data modeling to support knowledge management
    • Integrating heterogeneous databases
    • Writing programs to query external data sources
    • Linguistics analysis and text mining
    • Providing end-user and technical training for large scale configuration and implementation projects.
    The primary focus for the SSE will be to support the ICBK text/database mining, biomarker curation and database integration project. Additionally, SSEs will support a range of cancer and complex disease research and Knowledge Management configurations, training and implementation projects for academic/government organizations, biotech and pharmaceutical companies.

    REQUIREMENTS

    • Prefer a Ph.D. or MS in Bioinformatics, Life Sciences, Computer Science and/or Biotechnology from an accredited university. An undergraduate degree with 4+ years experience will be considered.
    • Should have 2-5 years experience as a Bioinformatics Software Professional.
    • Experience, proficiency and knowledge of systems design, data modeling, programming in Java, Perl, Bio- Perl, Python, XML, HTML, R, SAS, Web services APIs, Unix/Linux Environments, SQL, Oracle, Text/Data-mining and various NCICB tools, and other COTS systems
    • Strong problem solving and communication skills required.
    • Team player, positive can-do attitude with the ability to work in a diversified, dynamic environment and, when necessary, ability to work independently
    • H1-B or U.S. Citizenship required.

    PREFERENCES

    • Cancer research and/or cancer biomarker experience is a plus.
    • Experience working in a commercial software/pharma/biotech company is a plus.
    TERMS: Permanent Employment

    LOCALE

    Boston. Will consider Washington DC, New York/New Jersey or Philadelphia. Periodic travel is required.

    COMPENSATION

    We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Contact Richard[at]sophicalliance.com with an email attached with your resume.

    DEADLINE: October 1, 2010

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