Bioinformatics Research Assistant -… at Washington… · St Louis

Summary: Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Bioinformatics Research Assistant in the Cruchaga Lab within the Department of Psychiatry. The role involves developing and conducting research projects, implementing algorithms for data analysis, and collaborating with the research team to support studies. Responsibilities: - Assists research studies with implementation of: existing algorithms and computer software for analyzing omics-based data sets [high-throughput, massively parallel genomic/proteomic/clinical.]; data management and analysis solutions that assist in storage, investigation and dissemination of large data sets - Works with research team to develop new algorithms to support studies - Participates in developing hypotheses to be tested and ways of testing it, and conducts research experiments - Complies with established safety procedures and maintains required documentation on laboratory conditions - Assists with reporting and evaluating research results, reports findings and discusses project outcomes - Performs research on specified topics - Performs other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or combination of education and/or experience may substitute for minimum education - No specific certification/professional license is required for this position - No specific work experience is required for this position - Must be physically able to wear protective equipment and to provide standard care to research animals - Works in a laboratory environment with potential exposure to biological and chemical hazards Preferred Qualifications: - Laboratory (1 Year) - Relevant Experience (1 Year) - Analytical Thinking - Bioinformatics - Biostatistics - Communication - Computer Science - Critical Reasoning - Data Analysis - Data Management - Data Reporting - Genomics Research - Laboratory Processes - Problem Solving - Report Writing Required Skills: Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Reporting, Genomics Research, Laboratory Processes, Analytical Thinking, Report Writing, Critical Reasoning Benefits: Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time., Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance., Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees., WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%., Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!, We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child., Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs., Need adult care? We’ve got you covered., WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.