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The position will allow for the successful applicant to obtain any necessary additional bioinformatic or computational training to complete the project, including training for single-cell RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, epigenetics and WGS. The ideal candidate should be motivated, dependable, detail-oriented, have a positive attitude and passion for research. The Assistant Scientist, Bioinformatics will be a team player who is willing to learn on the job and collaborate with lab members and center members. The Assistant Scientist, Bioinformatics will work to ensure the highest quality of laboratory research support, and has good communication skills with co-workers, the management team, PI’s, research staff, reputed company, and other support services. Collaborate. Innovate. Serve. These three simple words capture reputed company do at EPC to help advance science and improve the health and well-being of humans and non-human primates. 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Dedicated to discovering causes, preventions, treatments, and cures of disease, reputed company National Primate Research Center (EPC) is improving human and animal health and lives worldwide. One of seven NPRCs funded by the NIH, EPC conducts studies that reputed company breakthrough discoveries possible. Learn more at http://enprc.reputed company.edu KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: + Directs and guides database searches and the computational analysis of resulting data. + Provides direct technical support and helps guide, implement, and maintain further improvements to bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces and works with the entire bioinformatics team to diagnose and fix reputed company issues. + May assist in grant and other funding applications, as necessary and appropriate. + Demonstrated ability to function as part of a team. + Performs other responsibilities as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: + PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science and three years of experience. + Experience prior to achieving the PhD will be considered. PREFERRED/DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: + Applicant with a background in bioinformatics and strong computer science with an advanced degree in computational biology, bioinformatics or a reputed company computer science discipline preferred + Demonstrable experience writing code to solve biological problems + R/Bioconductor proficiency highly preferred + Experience working with RNA-Seq is a significant strength + Programming experience in C/C++, Python, Java or PERL is a significant plus + Experience with containerization/workflow, reputed company, Nextflow, Snakemake + Excellent communication and scientific writing skills + Motivation to turn data into manuscripts. + Candidates with analytical experience with spatial transcriptomics will be prioritized. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: + This is an on-site/in-person position with limited remote work availability. + Your work schedule will be communicated to you by your manager. PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING STATEMENT: The reputed company National Primate Research Center (EPC), in conjunction with reputed company, conducts pre-employment screenings for reputed company positions. These screenings may include an Information Network Associates (INA) and criminal background reputed company, and verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. In addition, the process may include a drug screening with health assessment, and review and mandate for various vaccinations. Updated COVID-19 vaccinations may be necessary for specific research projects. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an reputed company location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. reputed company reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee. 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