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RESPONSIBILITIES
Employee will conduct novel bioinformatics research in genomics and proteomics using advanced machine learning & statistical approaches. This person will also develop data mining algorithms for large scale data mining projects.
40% - Conduct novel bioinformatics research in genomics & proteomics using advanced machine learning and statistical approaches. Activities include analyzing and mining public and in-house genomics and proteomics data and discovering patterns relevant to the biological problems under study.
40% - Develop novel data mining algorithms for large scale data mining projects. Duties include developing computer programs for biological and/or chemical data classification, regression and clustering analysis. Research may focus on next generation sequencing and/or protein sequence/structure mining.
20% - Other duties as assigned by supervisor. Possible duties may include supervising graduate and/or undergraduate students, developing and maintaining databases, and other tasks relevant to research and education.REQUIREMENTS
- PhD in bioinformatics, computer science or other closely related discipline.
- 3 yrs experience in scientific programming using one or more of the following languages: Java, Perl, C/C++
- Ability to perform bioinformatics or computational biology research, as shown by being the primary author of at least two peer-reviewed publications in these fields
- 3 yrs experience in applying statistical and/or data mining techniques to research problems using R and/or Matlab software packages
PREFERENCES
- Evidence of ability to work independently with attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based environment
- Good communication and writing skills
- Experience in next generation sequencing data analysis or protein structure/sequence mining
TERMS
Minimum 1 year position with option for renewal.LOCALE
Applied Bioinformatics Lab, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KSCOMPENSATION
Salary: $33,000 - $35,000 plus full benefits packageHOW TO APPLY
Please go to https://jobs.ku.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=98722
You must complete the KU online application with the following attached or uploaded: cover letter, CV/Resume, contact information for at least 3 professional references.DEADLINE
Application Review date December 7, 2011POLICY
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