Job Family :
Scientific Research & Analysis
Travel Required :
None
Clearance Required :
Ability to Obtain Public Trust
What You Will Do :
We are currently searching for Bioinformatics Scientist to provide bioinformatics support to advance the institute research programs, with a primary focus on single cell and spatial omics data analysis. This is a full-time, on-site opportunity in Durham, NC.
Collaborate with scientists to design, analyze, manage and interpret all @types of data.
Conduct analyses on NextGen sequencing data including data derived in ChIP-Seq,RNA-Seq, miRNA-Seq and other experimental models.
Work with an interdisciplinary team to apply computational data analysis approaches to make biological discoveries.
Conduct analysis and interpretation on data from genomic platforms including expression, exon, tiling, promoter and others array @types.
Work independently with research groups to develop, implement, and refine analytical pipeline for single cell data analysis.
Develop, optimize, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines, scripts, and computational tools for large-scale data analysis (e.g., NGS, scRNA-seq, multi-omics).
Perform advanced statistical and computational analyses to interpret complex datasets and derive actionable biological insights.
Collaborate with scientists and researchers to design experiments, select appropriate analytical approaches, and troubleshoot methodologies.
Integrate and analyze diverse genomic and multi-omic datasets, including sequencing and public data sources.
Install, configure, and support scientific software across computing platforms; ensure reproducibility through standardized workflows and documentation.
Generate reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate findings to scientific and technical audiences.
Evaluate and implement new bioinformatics tools, statistical methods, and computational approaches based on current literature and research needs.
Provide training and technical guidance to staff on bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and data analysis techniques.
Maintain detailed documentation, laboratory records, and progress reports; present findings at meetings and contribute to publications.
Support interdisciplinary collaborations and contribute to advancing research objectives aligned with organizational mission.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must receive approved adjudication prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred.
What You Will Need :
Master's degree in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology or biological/life science.
At least TWO (2) years of data analysis experience.
Advanced proficiency in disciplines such as statistical modeling, machine learning, and integrative analysis to extract biologically meaningful insights from complex cellular systems.
Knowledgeable with a variety of next gen sequencing techniques.
Experience working with analytical tools, software and platforms such as, but not limited to, R, Python, MATLAB, SAS, PERL, Java, Shell, Bash, Seurat / Scanpy, Linux, Unix, Bioconductor, Cloud computing, High-Performance Computing (HPC).
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal or DoD "public trust"; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of their public trust prior to onboarding with Guidehouse. Candidates with an active public trust or suitability are preferred
What Would Be Nice To Have :
PhD preferred
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Familiar with multiple next gen sequencing techniques
Ability to collaborate closely with investigators and multidisciplinary teams to design analytical strategies, ensure data quality, interpret results, and translate findings into actionable scientific conclusions.
What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Parental Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan
Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Care.com annual membership
Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
About Guidehouse
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