Bioinformatics Research Analyst - Psychiatry

$43,888 - $75,600/Yr

University of Washington - Jeffrey, WV

Full-time - Entry Level

Jeffrey, WV

Educational Services

About the position

The Bioinformatics Research Analyst at the Karch Lab, University of Washington, plays a vital role in conducting research projects focused on understanding tauopathies and neurodegenerative diseases. This position involves utilizing human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSC) to establish patient-derived iPSC lines for studying dementia, contributing to an NIH-funded international effort.

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 design.
• Assist with reporting of 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 in a related field.
• Ability to reason and analytical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in bioinformatics tools and complex data analysis.
• Strong communication skills and group problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of human genetics and neurodegenerative diseases.

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.
• Forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
• 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.