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bioinformatics Analyst University Of Washington
Seattle, WA

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Job Description

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a "Great College to Work For" for four consecutive years.

The Department of Genome Sciences (GS) is part of the University of Washington School of Medicine and is comprised of 26 labs addressing leading edge questions in biology and medicine by developing and applying genetic, genomic and computational approaches taking advantage of genomic information now available for a host of species. GS is making major contributions in the application of genome science to understand the fundamentals of biology and to improve human health and wellbeing. Genome Sciences is a collaborative department supported by very different academic disciplines. We work with a multitude of Program Investigators (PIs) in departments both on the UW campus as well as worldwide. The department has gone through significant expansion since its beginning in 2001 with annual grant awards of $67M in FY17. The department has 47 training, teaching, and research faculty.

Position Purpose:

The Department of Genome Sciences has an outstanding opportunity for a Bioinformatics Analyst. The position will play an important role in the design, development and maintenance of research-related, custom software used in a high-throughput, second-generation DNA sequencing Laboratory. This position requires the ability to dissect and analyze complex research problems using a multitude of programming languages that interact with our existing software architecture. Skills and knowledge needed for this position include: scripting and computer programming skills (Java, Perl, Python or Linux OS).

The Northwest Genomics Center (NWGC) at the University of Washington is one of the leading genome centers in the United States. The NWGC, housed within UW Medicine's Department of Genome Sciences, is the largest self-sustaining genome center in the Pacific Northwest and one of the most successful genome centers in the country. It has partnered to deliver exome or whole genome sequence (WGS) data for many highly successful large-scale human genetic projects of both rare conditions and common diseases. These projects include the Centers for Mendelian Genomics (CMG), the NHLBI Exome Sequencing Project (ESP), and, most recently, the NHLBI Trans-Omics for Precision Medicine Program (TOPMed).

Responsibilities:

Bioinformatics: (100%)

Design, develop, and maintain research-related custom software used in a high-throughput, second-generation DNA sequencing laboratory.

Serve as a technical expert in the bioinformatics software developed, guiding other staff, researchers, and clients in its use.

Dissect and analyze complex research problems using a multitude of programming languages that interact with our existing software architecture.

Participate in developing, implementing and maintaining new workflows for NGS.

Thrive in a fast-paced work environment that requires independent self-direction with an aptitude for team collaboration and open communication.

Provide support in writing manuscripts, abstracts and presentations.

Present analysis findings at group meetings and national conferences, if necessary.

Other duties may be assigned.

This position will play a principal role in supporting the various NGS workflows in the NWGC which provides core resources for other programs at UW (e.g. Center for Mendelian Genomics and Brotman Baty Institute for Precision Medicine).

Minimum Requirements:

BS in human genetics, bioinformatics, computer sciences or related field, or equivalent experience.

A minimum 3 years of experience working with next-generation sequencing data and relevant tools for bioinformatics analysis, in either a professional or academic setting.

Good understanding of human genetics.

Strong knowledge of exploratory data analyses.

Ability to utilize computational tools in common scripting languages (e.g. Linux, Perl, Python, and R).

Experience working with high performance computing.

Ability to manage projects and solve problems independently.

Excellent collaborator with interdisciplinary teams.

Strong written and oral communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

Masters or Ph.D., or foreign equivalent, in human genetics, bioinformatics, computer sciences, or related field

Experience working with command line-based software for genetic analysis and next-generation sequencing protocols (e.g. BWA, GATK, SamTools, BCFtools and shell scripting).

Genetics and DNA variation

High-level computer programming language

High performance cluster management

Linux experience

Analytical and troubleshooting skills for wet-bench laboratory protocols

Knowledge of next-generation (Illumina) DNA sequencing chemistry

Knowledge of laboratory information systems (LIMS) design and implementation

Working Conditions:

The Bioinformatics Analyst position is expected to respond immediately to questions from investigators, teammates, and provide expert technical support for developing or trouble-shooting workflows. On occasion, it will be necessary to respond immediately to urgent questions from the P.I. and other managers if problems arise that impact the work flow or deadlines for the NWGC production center - these tend to happen on a weekly basis and occasionally require extra hours be worked on a given day.

Application Process:

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select "Apply to this position". Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your "My Jobs" page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, your experiences, perspectives and unique identities will be honored at the University of Washington. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

About University Of Washington

University of Washington is an educational institution that provides undergraduate, graduate, and research programs.

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