OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center · 2 months ago
*Senior Bioinformatics Analyst
Oklahoma-Oklahoma City-Health Sciences Center
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expOU Health Stephenson Cancer Center is focused on innovative research in the field of bioinformatics. The Senior Bioinformatics Analyst will develop and perform bioinformatics analysis to support research projects, engaging with investigators during the experimental design phase and overseeing computing clusters.
BiotechnologyHealth CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitOncology
Responsibilities
Analyzes large data sets for genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics projects including exporting data from the producing instruments to the computing cluster
Draws conclusions from data analysis and interfaces with investigators to discuss conclusions
Maintains data storage and databases for high throughput data archiving and analysis, as well as deposition of into public repositories
Trains investigators and students in various bioinformatics analysis approaches and software packages
Maintains computing clusters through installation of software packages related to bioinformatics analysis
Oversight and maintenance of access to computing clusters, either on site, off site, or in the cloud
Ensures computing equipment is sufficient to properly support the bioinformatics needs of investigators
Pursues continuing education to ensure the latest technologies, programming language developments, and approaches are implemented for support investigators and enhance job performance
Performs various duties as needed to successfully fulfill the function of the position
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. Biology, Neuroscience, Biochemistry, or Microbiology with a computational focus; Computer science with a biological focus; or a related discipline)
72 months of experience applying bioinformatics analysis to large data sets in the biomedical research field
Proficient in computer programming languages used for bioinformatics analysis such as R and Python or other applicable languages such as PHP, Java, and Perl as well as MySQL databases
Knowledge of Unix, Linux, and Windows operating systems
Well versed in bioinformatics and systems biology with knowledge in machine learning tools preferred
Knowledge of database design and maintenance
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Proven experience in fostering and maintaining relationships with investigators
Preferred
Knowledge in machine learning tools
Benefits
Generous paid time off
Extensive holiday schedule
Robust healthcare benefits
Competitive retirement plan
Tuition waiver program
Company
OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center
Oklahoma’s only comprehensive academic cancer center, OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center at the University of Oklahoma is a nationally noted leader in research and patient care.
Founded in 2011Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$1.7M2023-02-07Grant· $1.7M
Leadership Team
Shawn Long
CTO Manager, Tissue Lab at Stephenson Cancer Center
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2025-01-11
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