Bioinformatics Analyst
Albert Einstein College of Medicine - Einstein/Resnick - Bronx, NY
posted 5 days ago
About the position
We are looking for a motivated and experienced Bioinformatics Analyst to join Dr. Robert Burk's research group. This role is critical for supporting our ongoing research projects focused in 2 areas- the human microbiome (gut, oral and cervicovaginal), and human papillomavirus related to cervix neoplasia. The ideal candidate will have a background in epidemiology, computer science, bioinformatics, or related disciplines, with practical demonstrated experience in processing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data. The successful candidate will demonstrate a willingness and eagerness to adapt to new approaches, as the field of bioinformatics is dynamic and constantly evolving.
Responsibilities
- Perform demultiplexing and analysis of NGS data using barcoding primers for multiplex NGS runs.
- Have practical experience with bioinformatics work (handling NGS reads off the machine, etc.) and be willing and eager to adapt to new approaches.
- Utilize existing pipelines to process and analyze high-throughput sequencing data reads, including amplicon sequencing, bisulfite sequencing, metagenomics, and viral integration.
- Manage and organize bioinformatics sequencing data for our research group, including papillomavirus sequences, microbiome data (16S, ITS1 and shotgun metagenomics), and human genomic data.
- Download and handle large Fastq, BAM, and/or Fasta files for analyses.
- Use existing software tools and be able to modify R scripts to generate figures and perform epidemiological analyses.
- Construct phylogenetic trees to support ongoing research projects.
- Work closely with and report directly to Robert D. Burk, M.D., Principal Investigator, and collaborate with other lab members generating NGS data.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree with at least one year of experience in epidemiology, computational biology, or bioinformatics.
- Proficiency in R or Python is required.
- Ability to speak clearly and express oneself well in one-on-one conversations and groups.
- Ability to present at weekly lab meetings using PowerPoint or other presentation programs.
- Interacts and proactively shares information with internal and external contacts where appropriate.
- Assumes responsibility to ensure issues/concerns are addressed and monitors them through to conclusion.
- Effectively manages own time and resources.
- Seeks to apply technology and innovation to improve efficiency and solve problems related to the goals of the research group.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in microbiome bioinformatic processing.
