Senior Bioinformatics Research Scientist

at  St Jude Childrens Research Hospital

The Senior Bioinformatics Research Scientist performs data analysis, data visualization, statistical analysis, experimental design, database development, mathematical modeling, and novel method development. Provides bioinformatics analysis for investigators and communicates analytical process and results.

JOB OVERVIEW

We are seeking a talented, highly motivated Senior Bioinformatics Research Scientist to join the Center of Excellence in Pediatric Immuno-Oncology (CEPIO).

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Center of Excellence in Pediatric Immuno-Oncology (CEPIO) at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN is seeking a Senior Bioinformatics Research Scientist.
In this position, the successful candidate will lead the bioinformatics pipeline and develop innovative solutions for analyzing and visualizing omics data related to immuno-oncology studies. The candidate will work both collaboratively and independently on projects within the CEPIO. The candidate will lead cutting-edge computational analyses of omics datasets including transcriptomics, proteomics, scRNA-seq, ATAC-seq, spatial omics, CRISPR screens, and other datasets, along with filling other needs as they are identified. The candidate will ensure the highly effective and accessible end results of these projects, as well as the scientific rigor and accuracy.
Candidates with a strong background in transcriptomics, proteomics, functional genomics and/or spatial omics are highly encouraged to apply for this position. Successful candidates will have excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and data management skills and a keen attention to detail. Knowledge of machine learning and artificial intelligence tools is a plus.
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital offers a unique environment with clinical and basic science investigators working in close proximity and interacting regularly to translate scientific discoveries into improved therapies for children. If you are a highly motivated individual who wants to work at a world-class institution with state-of-the-art facilities and learn from investigators at the forefront of their fields, consider joining St. Jude.
CEPIO was established in 2023 and serves as the central hub to advance and coordinate cross-disciplinary studies in immuno-oncology across St. Jude basic and clinical Departments, Cores, and Centers. Focused areas of research include systems immunology, functional genomics, and translational immuno-oncology.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR TRAINING:

• Bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics, cheminformatics, statistics/computer science (with a background in biological sciences or chemistry) or related field.
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum Requirement: Bachelor’s degree with 7+ years of relevant post-degree work in bioinformatics, cheminformatics, statistics/computer science (with a background in biological sciences or chemistry).
• Experience Exception: Master’s degree with 5+ years of relevant post-degree experience (OR) PhD with 2+ years of relevant post-degree experience.
• Significant experience in at least one programming or scripting language and at least one statistical package, with R preferred.

• Provide research support and deliver high-quality results by formulating an efficient analytical approach with the available data.
• Deliver data files, and document the analytical process. May participate in manuscript preparation at project’s conclusion.
• Assist with establishing and documenting protocols or best practices for common research tasks, and in the formulation of analytical plans that use the best approach to address challenging data analysis questions.
• Assist in the evaluation and testing of new methods and technologies.
• Contribute ideas to automate or improve existing analysis methods. Implement the improvement or work with others to do so.
• Participate in the department’s developmental projects and interdepartmental team projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.