The Bioinformatics and Biostatistics Core provides computational and statistical support to researchers studying cancer, neurodegenerative disease, epigenetics, and metabolomics
Job Summary
The Bioinformatics and Biostatistics Core provides computational and statistical support to researchers studying cancer, neurodegenerative disease, epigenetics, and metabolomics.
Bioinformatics Research Scientists assist faculty and staff in data collection, management, analysis, visualization, interpretation, and experimental design consulting.
The Van Andel Institute is committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists and educators and fostering discovery through collaboration and diverse perspectives.
Matching Summary
The Bioinformatics and Biostatistics Core provides computational and statistical support to researchers studying cancer, neurodegenerative disease, epigenetics, and metabolomics.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
R and Python analysis
Linux High-Performance Compute Cluster (HPCC)
Python, R, Perl, Bash scripting
public biological databases
large, multidimensional datasets
Snakemake workflows
Nice-to-have
independent learning
customer service
collaboration and teamwork
constructive criticism
extracurricular research
single-cell data analysis
Key Requirements
Ph.D. in biology, bioinformatics, computational or systems biology, physical or computer science with a focus on bioinformatics or similar breadth of training with Master of Science preferred
4+ years professional experience in Linux HPCC with bioinformatics applications
4+ years experience with R and python
Experience managing codebases with git
Familiarity with principles of experimental design