The Deisseroth Lab at Stanford University is looking to develop software for spatial gene expression mapping and needs a Computational Biology Research Scientist to develop and implement solutions.
Requirements
- Knowledge of modern molecular biology and genomics
- Strong software engineering in Python
- Data analysis experience (statistics, machine learning, numerical computing)
- Experience with cloud computing infrastructure (AWS or Google Cloud)
- Strong understanding of data design, architecture, relational databases, and data modeling
- Thorough understanding of all aspects of software development life cycle and quality control practices
- Ability to define and solve logical problems for highly technical applications
Responsibilities
- Propose, conceptualize, design, implement, and develop solutions for difficult and complex applications independently
- Oversee testing, debugging, change control, and documentation for major projects
- Supervise professional staff, as necessary, working on all phases of application development projects
- Engage in long-term strategic planning
- Define complex application development administration and programming standards
- Oversee the support, maintenance, operation, and upgrades of applications
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems
Other
- Master’s degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or other quantitative field preferred
- Bachelor's degree and eight years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies and programming tools
- Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical clients
- Demonstrated experience leading activities on structured team development projects
- Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods
- Ability to recognize and recommend needed changes in user and/or operations procedures
- May work extended hours, evening and weekends
- Constantly perform desk-based computer tasks
- Frequently sit, grasp lightly/fine manipulation
- Occasionally stand/walk, writing by hand
- Rarely use a telephone, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds
