University of Minnesota · 4 days ago
CFI Bioinformatics Researcher
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$94K/yr - $118K/yrThe University of Minnesota is a leading public research university, and they are seeking a CFI Bioinformatics Researcher to lead bioinformatics research efforts within the Center for Immunology. The role involves coordinating research projects, overseeing data analysis, and collaborating with investigators to enhance research initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Lead research projects in bioinformatics and data-driven discovery
Design and execute bioinformatics workflows for multi-omic datasets, including RNA-seq, scRNA-seq, ATAC-seq, and spatial transcriptomics derived from rodent models or human samples
Oversee data processing, quality control, and computational analysis to ensure high accuracy, reproducibility, and adherence to best practices in data management
Collaborate closely with investigators to integrate analytical findings into experimental design, interpretation, and hypothesis generation
Prepare manuscripts, figures, and written/oral reports for internal and external dissemination, including journal publications and conference presentations
Lead bioinformatics efforts on collaborative projects within the CFI, serving as a liaison across laboratories and providing strategic and technical guidance to enhance the impact of shared research goals
Supervise and mentor laboratory and research staff in bioinformatics and data analysis
Train and guide laboratory members including junior scientists, graduate and undergraduate students, and postdoctoral fellows in computational methods, data management, and biological interpretation
Provide oversight and troubleshooting for bioinformatics workflows, ensuring seamless coordination between experimental and computational components of ongoing studies
Support the design, execution, and evaluation of data-driven experiments, maintaining high standards of methodological rigor and reproducibility
Oversight of analysis, interpretation, and reporting of scientific data
Direct and co-lead data interpretation sessions with collaborating teams and faculty investigators at CFI
Compile and present bioinformatics findings in internal seminars, collaborative meetings, and national conferences
Maintain detailed documentation of analytical pipelines and data management procedures to ensure transparency, traceability, and reproducibility
Contribute to grant preparation and strategic planning of new research initiatives
Assist in the conception, design, and drafting of research proposals by providing analytical frameworks, pilot data, and figures
Contribute to the preparation of large collaborative grants with CFI faculty, including the integration of bioinformatics aims and preliminary results
Participate in collaborative editing, submission, and revision of grant applications and progress reports
Other duties as assigned, including coordination of cross-laboratory computational collaborations and the continued development of institutional bioinformatics capacity
Qualification
Required
Doctorate in the life sciences, computer science, or engineering, or related field with substantial research and publication record
Experience analyzing transcriptome and single-cell sequencing datasets such as scRNA-Seq, CITE-Seq, TCR/BCR-Seq
Proficiency in programming in R, Python, SLURM scheduler, workflow management systems such as Snakemake and RMS
Ability to understand and translate researchers' scientific goals into analytical strategies and process requirements
Experience in experimental design, statistical analysis and data visualization
Experience working with a diverse team of scientists to achieve common goals while demonstrating self-initiative
Critical and independent thinking
Excellent communication skills – verbal and written, and interpersonal skills
Preferred
Extensive experience epigenomics data analysis, including whole genome Methl-seq sequencing, phylogenomics, ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, HiC
Experience in the development of bioinformatics pipelines for high-performance computing cluster
Experience in developing and maintaining clinical genomics analysis pipelines for somatic and germline sequencing projects
Expert level knowledge in analysis of short and long read sequencing platforms like Illumina, PacBio and nanopore sequencers
Benefits
Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
University HSA contributions
Disability and employer-paid life insurance
Employee wellbeing program
Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
Financial counseling services
Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
Company
University of Minnesota
University of Minnesota is an educational institution that offers master's and doctoral degrees in medicine, law, and engineering fields.
Founded in 1851
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$97.08MKey Investors
American Academy of Orthopaedic SurgeonsNational Science FoundationU.S. Environmental Protection Agency
2023-12-01Grant· $0.03M
2023-05-04Grant· $20M
2023-04-13Grant· $10M
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