Bioinformatics Programmer II

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Summary

The Bioinformatics Programmer and Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing computational tools and pipelines to analyze and interpret complex biological data related to genomics, proteomics, and other molecular information. This role involves working closely with scientists, researchers, and other stakeholders to ensure the efficient and accurate processing and analysis of large-scale biological datasets. The Bioinformatics Programmer and Analyst will also contribute to the advancement of biological and biomedical research through the development of novel algorithms, software tools, and data analysis methods.

Job Duties

• Design, develop, and implement computational tools, pipelines, and algorithms for the processing, analysis, and interpretation of large-scale biological datasets, including genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic data.
• Collaborate with scientists, researchers, and other stakeholders to understand project requirements, develop data analysis strategies, and deliver customized bioinformatics solutions.
• Maintain and update existing bioinformatics software tools and pipelines, ensuring compatibility with new data types, formats, and analysis methods.
• Utilize and contribute to public and proprietary bioinformatics databases and resources to support research objectives.
• Perform quality control and validation of data analysis results, ensuring accuracy, reproducibility, and compliance with industry standards.
• Document and communicate analysis findings, including the creation of visualizations, reports, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Keep up-to-date with advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and relevant research fields, and apply new knowledge and techniques to improve existing tools and methodologies.
• Provide training and support to researchers and staff on the use of bioinformatics tools, resources, and data analysis methods.
• Collaborate with team and project managers from BCM and other institutions to define software and analysis requirements
• Contribute to analyzing genotype and sequencing data. Troubleshoot and maintain software in support of statistical and population genomics studies.
• Handles initiation/implementation, troubleshoot and maintenance of analysis software in support to multiple genomic sequencing projects.
• Track project data and report analysis results.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Biological Science, or a related field.
• Two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field.

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.

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