Bioinformatics Research Assistant - Pediatrics
Washington University in St. Louis, Saint Louis, MO, United States
Position Summary
Scheduled Hours: 40
Assists with biomedical research projects including computational data analysis and documentation of experimental results.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Assists research studies with the implementation of existing algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics-based data sets (high-throughput, massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical); data management and analysis solutions that assist in storage, investigation, and dissemination of large data sets.
Works with research team to develop new algorithms to support studies.
Assists with reporting of methods, data, and results.
Working Conditions
Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Normal office environment.
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
Equipment
Office equipment.
Education
Required Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Preferred Qualification: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications / Professional Licenses
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Relevant Experience: 1 Year.
Skills
Required Skills: Not Applicable.
Preferred Skills: Analytical Thinking, Bioinformatics, Bioinformatics Tools, Biostatistics, Communication, Complex Data Analysis, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Critical Reasoning, Data Management, Data Reporting, Datasets, Genomics Research, Human Genetics, Microarrays, Model Organism, Problem Solving, Sequence Analysis.
Driver's License
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Grade
R07-H
Salary Range
$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
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Scheduled Hours: 40
Assists with biomedical research projects including computational data analysis and documentation of experimental results.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Assists research studies with the implementation of existing algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics-based data sets (high-throughput, massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical); data management and analysis solutions that assist in storage, investigation, and dissemination of large data sets.
Works with research team to develop new algorithms to support studies.
Assists with reporting of methods, data, and results.
Working Conditions
Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards.
Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals.
Normal office environment.
Physical Effort
Typically sitting at desk or table.
Repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movement.
Equipment
Office equipment.
Education
Required Qualification: Bachelor’s degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education.
Preferred Qualification: No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Certifications / Professional Licenses
No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.
No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Work Experience
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Relevant Experience: 1 Year.
Skills
Required Skills: Not Applicable.
Preferred Skills: Analytical Thinking, Bioinformatics, Bioinformatics Tools, Biostatistics, Communication, Complex Data Analysis, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Critical Reasoning, Data Management, Data Reporting, Datasets, Genomics Research, Human Genetics, Microarrays, Model Organism, Problem Solving, Sequence Analysis.
Driver's License
A driver's license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.
Grade
R07-H
Salary Range
$17.10 - $29.09 / Hourly
Benefits Statement
Personal
Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
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