The University of Missouri (MU) is seeking a Director – Bioinformatics and Analytics Core to lead and manage a shared campus resource that provides bioinformatics, analytical, and data science consulting and analysis solutions for researchers within and outside MU, aiming to advance translational science and develop a skilled workforce.
Requirements
- Fluency in programming and scripting languages is required (e.g., R, Python, Perl) and their use in a LINUX environment.
- In depth knowledge of integrative omics analysis, next generation sequencing, data mining, complex data analysis and statistics.
- Experience in computational approaches for whole genome analysis and single cell sequencing technologies is an additional benefit.
- Extent of experience in bioinformatics and analytics application in biology including experiment design, execution and analysis
- Previous experience working in a multiuser research core facility
- Proven record of applying or developing computational biology approaches to generate new hypotheses.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a team focused on implementing data science solutions to large life-science focused data problems
- Build a data-driven, cross discipline, integrative research solution that supports researchers in translational, computational approaches for the BAC
- Manage the daily operations of the BAC, including oversight of all projects and infrastructure, the purchase, utilization, and upkeep of all equipment.
- Train MU investigators in the proper use of informatics and analytics techniques to analyze, visualize, integrate and understand their research data.
- Advise clients on experimental design, protocols, and sample preparations.
- Provide post-acquisition image processing and analysis and assist with data interpretation.
- Participate in grant proposal development and manuscript writing.
Other
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science or related fields with at least 4 years of postdoctoral experience.
- Proven record of conducting collaborative research.
- Proven record of contributing to cross-disciplinary projects and working in large teams.
- Hire, train, and manage all BAC employees.
- Develop informational, educational, and marketing materials to communicate information to BAC stakeholders and potential customers.
