Bioinformatics Programmer Analyst III

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HJF is seeking a Bioinformatics Programmer Analyst III who designs, develops, evaluates, and modifies computer programs for the solution of scientific, management or business problems. Works on complex problems where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of various factors. Exercises independent judgement selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining solutions.

This position will be in support of Multidrug Resistant Organism Repository & Surveillance Network (MRSN). The Bioinformatics Programmer Analyst III is part of the MRSN Team within the Diagnostics and Countermeasures Branch (DCB), within the Center for Infectious Disease Research (CIDR), located at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research (WRAIR). The candidate will employ a variety of bioinformatic and IT database tools and software to analyze bacterial genomes and their associated metadata for the purpose of outbreak investigations and local, national, and international bacterial epidemiology.

The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike. Since its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF's support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.

• The candidate oversee variety of bioinformatic and IT database tools and software to analyze bacterial genomes and their associated metadata for the purpose of outbreak investigations and local, national, and international bacterial epidemiology.
• The candidate will oversee and collarborate extensively with internal and external researchers on the molecular genetics of antibiotic resistant bacteria. In particular, the candidate will analyze and research the global dissemination of antibiotic resistant bacteria and participate in real-time surveillance for these organisms throughout the military healthcare system.
• The participant in this opportunity will gain extensive experience that will greatly enhance his/her career. In particular, the participant will gain hands-on knowledge of working with both short-read and long-read DNA sequences using the Illumina Miseq and Nextseq systems and the Oxford Nanopore MinIon platform.
• Performs and conduct analyses using the most state-of-the-art software and bioinformatics tools, and will also develop hands-on programming experience using Linux, Python, R.
• The candidate will gain extensive hands-on experience working with various databases and computer networks to ensure the availability of high accuracy data analytics for outbreak investigations.
• Under the mentorship of WRAIR staff, the candidate will help establish fundamental understanding of translational, military-relevant scientific research.
• The candidate will be highly encouraged to begin expanding their network of scientific colleagues and seek collaborations within the U.S. Department of Defense, academia, and commercial companies.
• The candidate will be challenged to develop new and innovative methods for analyzing bacterial genomes and will have the opportunity to make significant contributions to this emerging field while conducting research in one of the most comprehensive sequencing laboratories in the USA.
• Provides technical mentorship to less experienced bioinformatics staff as appropriate.
• May perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Assigned Lead: May recommend the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, and starting salaries; provide input on employee performance evaluations.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Minimum of 6-8 years experience required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good communication skills.
• Capable of working both independently and as a team player.
• Analytical capability of data from major proteogenomic experimental platforms including NextGen sequencing and mass-spectrometry proteomics, and array-based data.
• Capable of using data analysis application software such as R and SAS. Familiar with a relational database such as Oracle or MySQL.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and capable of writing abstracts, manuscripts, and reports.
• Understanding of clinico-pathologic data is a plus.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a T1/Public Trust background check.

Physical Capabilities

• Lifting: Requires lifting materials up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand or sit at a computer for prolonged periods.

Work Environment

• This position will take place primarily in an office setting.

Compensation

• The annual salary range for this position is $73,800-$96,000. Actual salary will be determined based on experience, education, etc.

Benefits

• HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being, from medical, dental, and vision coverage to health savings and retirement plans, and more.

Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable. Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35

Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.