Bioinformatics Scientist

Job Summary:

This position will use multi-omics technology and computer science to analyze very large and diverse data to study and find solutions in the area of biology and clinical disease. This position will provide bioinformatic support of the department's grants applications and research projects.

Responsibilities:

Identifies research problems, designs research methodologies, performs research, and helps to prepare the results for presentation to professional organizations or for scholarly publications to help advance research.

• 10% Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures
• 50% Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility
• 20% Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities
• 5% Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information
• 10% Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• 5% Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

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Education:

Required
PhD in Computer science, statistics, bioinformatics/medical informatics, or related field.

Qualifications:

-At least 1.5 years of postdoctoral experience working in the field of biomedical informatics and experience in the molecular underpinnings of neurological disease.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.

Contact:

Kabao Chang
kchang52@wisc.edu
608-263-6062
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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Official Title:

Scientist I(RE043)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/NEURO SURG/NEURO SURG

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

313955-AS

 

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