Bioinformatics Scientist , Bureau of the Public Health Laboratory
Core
Develop and maintain bioinformatics analysis pipelines for high-throughput sequencing (HTS) data to support public health responses to outbreaks and threats.
Role type
Bioinformatics Scientist (Public Health Genomics)
Builds
Genomic analysis pipelines, pathogen identification tools, outbreak tracking systems, and data visualization dashboards.
Domain
Public Health / Genomics / Epidemiology
Required skills
Linux command line, BASH shell scripting, R, Python, SQL, Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) analysis, genome annotation, phylogenetics, Docker-based pipeline development, SOP design.
Preferred skills
C, Java, multi-core server resource utilization, containerization, workflow languages, public health genomics research experience.
Technologies
Docker, Linux, BASH, R, Python, SQL, NGS pipelines
Responsibilities
Conduct bioinformatics analyses for sequencing data; develop tools for pathogen identification and variant analysis; strengthen genomic tools for diagnostic testing; participate in journal clubs and data exchange working groups; supervise 1-2 staff on research projects; draft protocols and maintain software documentation; write original manuscripts; ensure quality assurance and control of HTS data.
Seniority
Mid-to-Senior level (Master's with 2+ years experience or PhD with 1+ year experience)
