Bioinformatician at University of Pittsburgh – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Bioinformatician

Med-Ophthalmology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26001011)

The University of Pittsburgh, Ophthalmology Department is searching for a Data Scientist, Bioinformatician. The candidate will work within the Baranov lab, we are a multidisciplinary group and combine the experience in cell therapy, transplantation, stem cell differentiation, retinal development, retinal cell biology, retinal electrophysiology, and small and large animal models of disease.

Qualification of candidate: MSc in computational biology, biology, math, physics, computer science or related field. Four years of research experience.

Job Summary

Performs research, analysis, and modeling on organizational data and data sets utilizing advanced statistical methods to mine and analyze complex and unstructured data sets. Offers complex analysis and utilizes advanced algorithms and statistical software. Adheres to all protocols.

Essential Functions

The Data Scientist II will be working on the utilizing single-cell and bulk transcriptomic and proteomic data to advance the development of therapies for optic neuropathies and retinal degenerations. The responsibilities include design and execution of rigorous experiments, data analysis and presentation, reporting at the external and internal meetings, travel to other research sites, supervision of students and junior staff. It is expected that the Data Scientist II would be productive in independent work, as measured by publications and reports.

Physical Effort

Must be able to work at the computer and lift / move IT equipment when required.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Data Scientist II

Job Family: Research

Job Sub Family: Data Science

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Master's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: M- F 8:30am to 5:00pm

Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: Yes

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume

Optional Documents: Not Applicable