Stanford University's Pritchard lab in the Genetics Department is seeking a Staff Scientist (Software Developer 2) to conceptualize, develop, supervise, and implement novel computational approaches for genomics, requiring expertise in functional or single cell genomics, statistical genetics, and modern computational statistics and machine learning.
Requirements
- strong experience in modern computational statistics and machine learning
- proven track record of developing state-of-the-art computational methods for data analysis, going all the way from conceptualization and theoretical development to implementation, testing, data analysis, and manuscript preparation
- outstanding technical skills in machine learning and/or statistical methods with experience in developing new approaches
- training and research experience (preferably at postdoctoral level) in at least one of the following areas of application: functional genomics, single cell genomics, statistical genetics
- Expertise in designing, developing, testing, and deploying applications
- Proficiency with application design and data modeling
- Ability to select, adapt, and effectively use a variety of programming methods
Responsibilities
- conceptualize, develop, supervise, and implement novel computational approaches for genomics
- providing technical direction on multiple projects conducted by the lab as well as leading projects of their own
- contribute to all phases of project development including conceptualization, design and implementation of algorithms, computational analysis of genomic and other omics data, simulations and testing of code, and preparation of scientific manuscripts and revisions
- innovative programming and analysis skills with an emphasis on algorithmic development for machine learning and/or statistical computing
- Mentoring trainees on technical aspects of their project
- Propose, conceptualize, design, implement, and develop solutions for difficult and complex applications independently
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical problems
Other
- Strong communication skills (speaking and writing) are essential.
- Supervise and mentor PhD students and postdocs, as necessary, working on all phases of research projects.
- Engage in long-term strategic planning.
- Lead projects, as necessary, for special systems and application development in areas of complex problems.
- Contribute to manuscript preparation and revisions as lead- or co-author.
