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Baylor College of Medicine · 6 hours ago

Staff Scientist - Epigenomics

Houston, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$65K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

Baylor College of Medicine is a leading institution in genomic research, and they are seeking a Staff Scientist specializing in Epigenomics. The role involves conducting specialized projects, developing new technologies and protocols, and providing guidance and technical support in the Genomic and RNA Profiling Core.

EducationHigher EducationPharmaceutical

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Plans, directs and conducts research experiments

Performs single-cell, bulk and spatial genomics assays

Develops research techniques and performs applications required for specific research projects

Assists with R&D towards establishing new core service applications

Documents results of experiments and reports to principal investigators

Present results in lab meetings and publications

Evaluates and analyzes data

Runs bioinformatics tools and various computational analyses for biological interpretation of results

Data management: will oversee the GARP computational infrastructure, QC pipeline and data storage

Conducts consultation meetings with Project Investigators to discuss project needs and develops workflow plan to meet project needs

Organizes meetings with core leadership to coordinate cross-disciplinary workflows and to present relevant results

Performs research and development experiments for potential new technologies to be established in the laboratory

Must keep up with current NGS and Epigenomics technologies

Performs other job related duties as assigned

Qualification

Next-generation sequencingEpigenomicsBioinformaticsMolecular biology techniquesCommunication skills

Required

Doctoral Degree. Experience may not be substituted in lieu of degree

Three years of post doctoral research experience

PhD in relevant discipline (Genetics, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics)

Strong background and experience in NGS applications (single-cell Genomics, Spatial, Epigenomics) is required

Demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize work and independently manage multiple, diverse, and competing priorities while meeting deadlines

Ability to perform highly complex experiments and techniques with high levels of reliability

Strong experience with bioinformatics tools