Genomics/ Bioinformatics Pipeline Engineer

Overview

Remote
70 - 80
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
No Travel Required
Unable to Provide Sponsorship

Skills

Python
BASH
and other scripting and Linux/Unix tools
Knowledge of bioinformatics applications and tools and pipelines such as Illumina BCL Conversion
Genomic Aligners and Variant callers such as GATK or Sentieon.Knowledge of Nextflow or other pipeline management software.

Job Details

Title: Genomics/ Bioinformatics Pipeline Engineer  ( Sr. Software Engineer)

Duration: 1 Year

Remote

 This position will be in Genomics Pipeline area, Python, R, BASH, Linux/Unix scripting languages.

 

Genomics Pipeline Area:

Required:

-Knowledge of Python, BASH, and other scripting and Linux/Unix tools.

-Knowledge of bioinformatics applications and tools and pipelines such as Illumina BCL Conversion, Genomic Aligners and Variant callers such as GATK or Sentieon.

-Demonstrated ability to learn new scripting languages and tools quickly

-Knowledge of Nextflow or other pipeline management software.

 

Preferred:

-Previous knowledge of Genetics software pipelines and tooling for the laboratories

-Must possess excellent analytical, problem-solving, and technical design skills.

-Must have knowledge of system architecture and design principles, software development methodologies, and computer programming.

-Must be willing to work in an Agile team environment as well as being comfortable working independently with minimal supervision

-Experience with clustered/distributed environments using Oracle Grid Engine is highly desirable.

-Familiarity with cloud integration CLI tooling such as awscli, gcloud, and azurecli is a plus.

-Candidate with genomics domain expertise and some exposure to clinical or research laboratory work and equipment are highly desirable

 

Required qualifications for this position include: Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Engineering or related field with 5 years of experience as noted below; OR an Associate's degree in Computer/Science/Engineering or related field with 7 years of experience

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