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The Bioinformatics Specialist II will analyze studies for the MGH Radiation Oncology Lymphedema team on a per diem basis.

 

Job Summary

Summary
Responsible for combining research in biology, medicine, and health-related studies with information technology in order to collect and interpret data covering a range of fields, such as genetics or pharmaceutics. This role creates mathematical models, develop dynamic simulations, and perform pattern analyses of biological systems.


Essential Functions
Independently design and execute bioinformatics analyses and research projects on small-mid scale projects.

Develop and optimize data analysis pipelines and workflows.

Collaborate with scientists and researchers to define analysis goals and interpret results.

Provide technical expertise and support for bioinformatics tools and software.

Train junior scientists and provide technical guidance.

Analyze data quality and integrity of data output from existing algorithms as part of the complex, multi-step specimen tracking and reporting process, across multiple systems and web-based interfaces.

Develop new and innovative tools to enhance quality assurance review and to improve assay and system performance.

Design and apply novel computational methods/bioinformatics algorithm, machine learning models for building data models and tools using various software and statistical tools to aid in the analysis and interpretation of genetic data, clinical data, images (NGS Algorithm development, Machine Learning).

Analyze large molecular datasets of tumor sequencing data to help critically review and analyze the results of specimen testing, working closely with faculty and staff to troubleshoot problems, recommend technology-based solutions, or determine computational strategies.


Required for All Jobs
Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all policies and standards

Does this position require Patient Care (indirect/direct)? No

 

Qualifications

Education
Master's Degree Computational Biology preferred
Bachelor's Degree Computational Biology required

Experience
Computational Sciences Experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Demonstrated experience in infrastructure, programming languages and computational sciences.
Demonstrated ability working with open-source bioinformatics software.
Possesses strong analytical skills including critical thinking, data modeling, problem solving and troubleshooting.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, to all levels of staff.
Excellent time management skills.

 

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

 

Remote Type

Remote

 

Work Location

265 Charles Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

 

Employee Type

Per Diem

 

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$115,398.40 - $167,845.60/Annual

 

Grade

8

 

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EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

 

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