Bioinformatics Research Analyst - Neurology

$43,888 - $75,600/Yr

Washington University in St. Louis - Brewton, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Brewton, AL

Educational Services

About the position

The position involves conducting complex research and experimentation at the NF center, contributing to scientific analysis and discovery. The role requires serving as a subject matter expert, providing support, training, and guidance in the relevant discipline. The individual may also participate in presenting research findings and collaborating with other investigators and institutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics-based data sets.
• Develop data management and analysis solutions for large data sets.
• Coordinate research projects with other investigators and institutions.
• Participate in developing hypotheses and experimental designs.
• Assist with reporting methods, data, and results.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Relevant experience of at least 2 years.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree preferred.
• Ability to reason and analytical thinking skills.
• Experience with bioinformatics tools and complex data analysis.
• Knowledge of computational biology and gene expression microarray.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, and employee assistance program (EAP).
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child.
• Tuition coverage for employees and their families, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU.