Research Scientist - Comparative Biosciences

Comparative Biosciences

College of Veterinary Medicine

Job Summary

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs independent original research in human and animal bioinformatics under guidance of the Principal Investigator.
• Conducts programing, bioinformatics and statistical analysis on large genomic data sets.
• Records, analyzes, organizes, and presents experimental results to the Principal Investigator and the scientific community at lab meetings and conferences.
• Prepares and writes manuscripts in collaboration with the Principal Investigator.
• Assists the Principal Investigator in preparing grant applications.
• Trains new staff and students.
• Communicates clearly with co-workers and clients in the dissemination of the results.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in bioinformatics or related field and four years of bioinformatics experience in high end programming (Unix/Lenux, R, Python), next generation sequencing, data analysis, and bioinformatics. Experience analyzing large genomic datasets.

Appointment Information

This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 6/30/2023. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on June 5, 2023. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Paul Bonthuis bonthuis@illinois.edu . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

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Requisition ID: 1017778
Job Category: Research
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