Bioinformatician-Computational Biologist (TEMP)

Job TitleAnalyzing and comparing amplicon sequences that define the human microbiomePreparing figures and text for publication and presentationsAdapting and implementing bioinformatic workflows for sequence analysisReading relevant literature, including conceptual state-of-the-art methodsWorking with team members to advise on analysis strategiesRequired QualificationsBachelors degree in mathematics/statistics, computational biology or equivalentFamiliarity with DNA sequence analysis, especially rRNA gene sequencesFamiliarity with microbial diversity metricsProficiency in R for data analysis and visualizationA minimum of 4 years of research experience performing bioinformatics researchAdept at command line interfacesDesired QualificationsCo-authorship on publications related to the gut microbiomeExpertise with mothur and RWhy Join Michigan Medicine?Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.What Benefits can you Look Forward to?Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day2:1 Match on retirement savingsModes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.Background ScreeningMichigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.