Bioinformatics Analyst @ CHLA

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Hi all,

We're looking for a Bioinformatics Analyst here at Children's Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA). The Bioinformatics Analyst will analyze and manage high throughput data generated by the Mi Next Generation Science (MiNGS) core facility. He/she will collaborate with scientists in a variety of subject areas including metagenomics, cancer biology, and infectious diseases. The individual will also participate in the group's independent research programs. Primary responsibilities include analysis of single-cell and bulk transcriptome, metagenomics, and DNA re-sequencing data. The successful candidate will work closely with other members of the MiNGS team to develop and implement novel computational analyses and pipelines.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field + 3 years of relevant experience OR MS in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field + 1 year of relevant experience
• Experience with analysis of NGS data (single-cell a plus)
• Solid understanding of standard genomics practices and analytical approaches
• Demonstrated ability to solve biologically relevant problems requiring novel applications of exploratory data analysis
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects and quickly adapt to new tasks
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with computational and experimental scientists

Skills:

• Strong programming/scripting skills (Perl, Python, awk, sh, etc.)
• Excellent proficiency in statistical software (R, Matlab)
• Working knowledge of genomics software and databases
• Working knowledge of statistical methods and applications
• Proficiency in UNIX environment

Please apply online at www.CHLA.org/careers