Bioinformatics Staff Scientist At Nsf-ncems

Penn State

University Park, Pennsylvania, United States
Base: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Hybrid (minimum 3 days on-site)
Python and/or r proficiency
Next-generation sequencing data processing
End-to-end reproducible workflow development
The Penn State University is seeking a Bioinformatics Staff Scientist to support interdisciplinary research at the National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences. The role involves collaborating on multiple projects, integrating and analyzing complex biological datasets, and developing reproducible analysis workflows. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement requiring at least three days per week on-site

Job Summary

  • The position supports the U.S. National Science Foundation National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences by enabling collaborative research through advanced computational methods.
  • Candidates will lead data wrangling, harmonization, and quality control of complex biological datasets including RNA-seq, scRNA-seq, and Hi-C.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members.

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The Penn State University is seeking a Bioinformatics Staff Scientist to support interdisciplinary research at the National Synthesis Center for Emergence in the Molecular and Cellular Sciences. The role involves collaborating on multiple projects, integrating and analyzing complex biological datasets, and developing reproducible analysis workflows. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement requiring at least three days per week on-site.

Salary

Base: $61,800.00 - $89,600.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Python and/or R proficiency
  • Next-generation sequencing data processing
  • End-to-end reproducible workflow development
  • Genomic and transcriptomic data analysis
  • Collaborative multi-PI project experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience developing new bioinformatics tools
  • Publications in peer-reviewed journals
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills
  • Commitment to ethical conduct and research integrity
  • Knowledge of single-cell or multi-omics data

Key Requirements

  • M.S. or PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or related field
  • Demonstrated experience with raw next-generation sequencing data
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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