Bio-Informatics Scientist

at  Jhpiego

Overview:
Implementation of the RISE GVAX Project, which includes supporting human resources technical assistance to partners.

Responsibilities:

• Engage with NICD users and assist with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis
• Perform basic and advanced analysis and interpretation on data produced from next generation sequencing systems (e.g. Illumina, PacBio or Ion torrent platforms) as well as develop, improve, modify, and operate data analysis pipelines
• Conduct and initiate research in the area of NGS data analysis
• Work closely with researchers and collaborators to generate/provide data analysis reports, project reports and perform custom analysis as requested
• Participate in training employees or staff with bioinformatics skills and build confidence amongst users to analyze and understand their own data resulting in improved and effective research outcomes
• Perform a total Data Quality Management of the facility which involves the implementation and monitoring of systems to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Monitor and manage bioinformatics requests or projects to ensure objectives are achieved in terms of turnaround times, cost control, quality and service
• Responsible for overseeing and monitoring of software tools and data resources to ensure smooth operation of the sequencing facility
• Develop and implement costing model for Bioinformatics solutions
• Troubleshooting of sequencing runs. Maintain hardware and software infrastructure
• Establish strong collaborative links with experts in the area of bioinformatics.

Required Qualifications:

• MSc in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or related relevant field/PhD desirable.
• Experience with working in a Linux/UNIX environment on high performance computing environments
• Installing and patching firmware for informatics app/tools
• Strong scripting experience including proficiency with a scripting language (e.g. Python, Java, Perl, R)
• Project Management knowledge
• Experience with TCP/IP, cloud computing, HyperV, and containers
• Have proven ability in formulating and/or implementing high-level informatics solutions
• Project management, financial management and costing skills
• Innovation and problem-solving skills
• Bioinformatics, molecular biology, NGS experience will be an added advantage
• Ability to write successful grant applications and reports to funders and to publish findings in scientific journals
• Ability to work with others including international collaborators and to manage junior staff and students.

Jhpiego, a Johns Hopkins University affiliate, is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, marital status, pregnancy, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, other legally protected characteristics or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. Jhpiego promotes Affirmative Action for minorities, women, individuals who are disabled, and veterans.

• Engage with NICD users and assist with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis
• Perform basic and advanced analysis and interpretation on data produced from next generation sequencing systems (e.g. Illumina, PacBio or Ion torrent platforms) as well as develop, improve, modify, and operate data analysis pipelines
• Conduct and initiate research in the area of NGS data analysis
• Work closely with researchers and collaborators to generate/provide data analysis reports, project reports and perform custom analysis as requested
• Participate in training employees or staff with bioinformatics skills and build confidence amongst users to analyze and understand their own data resulting in improved and effective research outcomes
• Perform a total Data Quality Management of the facility which involves the implementation and monitoring of systems to ensure accurate and reliable results
• Monitor and manage bioinformatics requests or projects to ensure objectives are achieved in terms of turnaround times, cost control, quality and service
• Responsible for overseeing and monitoring of software tools and data resources to ensure smooth operation of the sequencing facility
• Develop and implement costing model for Bioinformatics solutions
• Troubleshooting of sequencing runs. Maintain hardware and software infrastructure
• Establish strong collaborative links with experts in the area of bioinformatics