[Next-Generation Sequencing Book]
  • [Photo] Bill Cannan • October 7, 2011

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    Organization: GN-Genomics Division

    The DOE Joint Genome Institute (JGI) in Walnut Creek, CA (a division of the Lawrence Berkeley National Lab) has an exciting opportunity available for a Computational Biologist Postdoctoral Researcher. This position will focus on the analysis of microbial community data generated with new sequencing technologies and methods, including functionally targeted metagenome data and Pacific Biosciences sequence. Responsibilities include planning sequencing projects, obtaining sequence data from internal or external sources and implementing, configuring, and running software for processing and analysis of such data. Will store and organize results for presentation and viewing by internal and external project team members and the wider scientific community and prepare results for publication in scientific journals. Position reports to Metagenome Program lead.

    Specific Job Duties:
    Essential-
    • Work with JGI collaborators to obtain metagenome data including ribosomal tag sequences, shotgun metagenome sequence data, single cell whole-genome-shotgun sequences, and metatranscriptome sequence using Illumina and Pacific Biosciences machines.
    • Implement, configure and run software for processing and analyzing collected data.
    •  Devise and perform tests to assess the quality of input and output data and troubleshoot moderately complex systems and data analysis issues.
    • Store and organize results for presentation and viewing by JGI collaborators and the wider scientific community.
    • Interact with internal and external collaborators to ensure efficient communication and completion of analysis projects.
    •  Document group analysis procedures and methods for reference.
    •  Write results up for publication.
    Marginal-
    •  Attend and present technical status reports at group meetings.

    REQUIREMENTS

    •  Ph.D. in life sciences or computer science with some relevant research experience in both areas
    •  Strong background in bioinformatics, molecular biology and genomics
    •  Experience with: development of computational methods, databases of genomic information, methods of analysis of biological sequence data especially next-generation sequence data
    •  Proficient in computer programming and experience using PC, Mac and/or UNIX operating systems
    • Strong organizational and record keeping skills to record experiment results and analyze data
    • Effective oral and written communication skills to present findings at group meetings and conferences and publish results
    • Ability to interact with a variety of technical and scientific personnel including Research Associates, Scientists and Software Engineers

    HOW TO APPLY

    Apply directly online at http://bit.ly/lbl73693Bioinformatics and follow the on-line instructions to complete the application process.

    POLICY

    Berkeley Lab is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to the development of a diverse workforce.

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