Overview
On Site
Full Time
Skills
Genomics
Genetics
High Performance Computing
Informatics
Data Processing
HPC
Technical Support
Web Development
Computer Science
Software Development
Fluency
Eclipse
HTML
JavaScript
JSP
SQL
Python
Linux
Stacks Blockchain
Apache Struts
Spring Framework
Hibernate
Database Design
Oracle
Version Control
Java
DevOps
Apache Maven
Jenkins
GitHub
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Communication
Collaboration
Systems Design
Information Management
LIMS
Bioinformatics
Testing
Quality Assurance
Debugging
Application Servers
Apache Tomcat
Microsoft IIS
HMS
Change Data Capture
Onboarding
Payroll
Jersey
Life Insurance
Management
Professional Development
LinkedIn
Taxes
Legal
Finance
Job Details
Position Description
The Software Engineer will provide comprehensive computer support for the BPF NGS Genomics Core Facility within the Department of Genetics at Harvard Medical School. The role includes developing informatics pipelines for data processing and analysis, managing software releases, and maintaining integrations between the HMS high-performance compute (HPC) cluster and a commercial Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). This position will also involve assisting lab members to troubleshoot experiments by retrieving relevant data from the LIMS and related data repositories. Software development tasks will span front-end web development, backend Java development, and distributed Python projects within a high-performance computing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Preferred Skills:
Working Conditions
Primarily home office or work office at HMS. Occassionally will need to enter lab to work directly on instrument computers within the core lab.
Additional Information
This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website ( ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
The Software Engineer will provide comprehensive computer support for the BPF NGS Genomics Core Facility within the Department of Genetics at Harvard Medical School. The role includes developing informatics pipelines for data processing and analysis, managing software releases, and maintaining integrations between the HMS high-performance compute (HPC) cluster and a commercial Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). This position will also involve assisting lab members to troubleshoot experiments by retrieving relevant data from the LIMS and related data repositories. Software development tasks will span front-end web development, backend Java development, and distributed Python projects within a high-performance computing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain informatics pipelines for data processing and analysis.
- Ensure integration and smooth operation between HPC cluster pipelines and LIMS.
- Provide technical support by assisting lab members with data retrieval and troubleshooting.
- Develop software projects, ranging from front-end web development to backend Java development, and distributed Python tasks.
- Manage software releases and maintain robust version control practices.
- Collaborate with researchers and other lab members to understand requirements and design technical solutions.
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum of five years' post-secondary education or relevant work experience
Additional Qualifications and Skills
Preferred Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field preferred
- Passion for learning and quickly applying new technologies.
- 5+ years of experience in software development preferred
- Fluency in Java and familiarity with Eclipse IDE.
- Full stack development experience.
- Strong proficiency with HTML, JavaScript, JSP, SQL, and Python.
- Experience working in a Linux environment.
- Familiarity with technology stacks such as Struts2, Spring, and Hibernate. Database design experience, particularly with Oracle.
- Proficiency in version control systems (GitHub).
- Experience with Java build systems and DevOps tools (Maven, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills. Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Strong communication skills to gather requirements and collaborate on system design with clients.
- Experience with developing Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS).
- Knowledge of bioinformatics tools.
- Experience with testing, quality assurance, and debugging.
- Familiarity with web and application servers (e.g., Apache, Tomcat, IIS).
Working Conditions
Primarily home office or work office at HMS. Occassionally will need to enter lab to work directly on instrument computers within the core lab.
Additional Information
This is a one-year term position from the date of hire, with the possibility of extension, contingent upon work performance and continued funding to support the position.
The health of our workforce is a priority for Harvard University. With that in mind, we strongly encourage all employees to be up-to-date on CDC-recommended vaccines.
Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.
The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Not ready to apply? Join our talent community to keep in touch and learn about future opportunities! ( ?formID=16341e35-cbc6-4904-88a3-09b35763307e )
Work Format Details
This is a hybrid position that is based in Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. All remote work must be performed within one of the Harvard Registered Payroll States, which currently includes Massachusetts, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, Georgia, Illinois, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Virginia, Washington, and California (CA for exempt positions only). Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.
Benefits
We invite you to visit Harvard's Total Rewards website ( ) to learn more about our outstanding benefits package, which may include:
- Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
- Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
- Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
- Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
- Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
- Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
- Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
- Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.
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