ATCC · 2 weeks ago
Scientist, Biomedical Genomics
Gaithersburg, MD
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $115K/yr
2+ years expATCC is a leading nonprofit biological resources and standards organization, seeking a Scientist in Biomedical Genomics to contribute to innovative research in genomics. The role involves analyzing complex datasets, developing code for next-generation sequencing projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to advance scientific discovery.
AssociationBiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingNon Profit
Hiring Manager
Angela Biehl, SHRM-SCP
Responsibilities
Design and conduct experimental studies to support scientific discovery
Initiate, direct, and execute research and development strategies
Evaluate feasibility of scientific concepts for problem-solving and innovation
Maintain scientific integrity and stay informed on advancements
Plan and execute lab research, troubleshoot technical issues, and manage DNA/RNA sequence databases
Record, analyze, and interpret study data
Translate experimental protocols into SOPs and analytical work plans
Develop research documentation including reports, presentations, and publications
Disseminate findings to internal and external audiences
Support grant/contract proposals and internal R&D projects
Facilitate technology transfer across business units
Qualification
Required
PhD in Scientific Discipline or Engineering Equivalent and 2-5 years' experience or equivalent experience
Demonstrated expertise using command line to interact with Windows and Linux operating systems, including but not limited to Command Prompt, Powershell, Bash, or Zsh
Demonstrated experience with scripting languages, including but not limited to: Python, R, Perl, Ruby, Java
Demonstrated experience with biomedical genomics data science
Familiarity with cloud computing platforms like AWS or Google Cloud for bioinformatics applications
Ability to create various types of visualizations, including line plots, bar charts, histograms, scatter plots, and heat maps, to represent data trends, distributions, and correlations
Strong understanding of next-generation sequencing (NGS)
Preferred
A track record of understanding bioinformatics applications, libraries and custom scripts preferred
Familiarity with Linux high-performance computing environments preferred
Experience with machine learning techniques and their application to biological data preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive medical coverage and company paid Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, AD&D, & paid parental leave
Work life balance with Paid Holidays and PTO
Fitness and cell phone subsidies, and additional benefits such as Aflac, legal services, and pet insurance
Employee Assistance Program offering around-the-clock counseling
401(a) (6% employer contribution) and 403(b) (2% match) retirement plans
Exceptional career advancement opportunities, recognition, and rewards
Corporate bonus program
Company
ATCC
ATCC global biological materials resource and standards organization.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$92.5MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthVirginia Business Ready Sites ProgramBiomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA)
2024-10-23Grant
2024-09-12Grant
2024-01-04Grant· $87M
Leadership Team
Scott C. Boller, CPA
Chief Financial Officer
Robert Gowin
Chief Operating Officer
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