Bioinformatics Support Analyst
Core
Operational and analytical support for biomedical informatics applications processing genomic and clinical research data at NIAID.
Role type
Bioinformatics Support Analyst
Builds
Reliable execution of data workflows, data quality assurance, and system performance monitoring for genomic/clinical research.
Domain
Biomedical informatics / Genomics / Clinical research
Deliverable
Dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Python scripting, SQL, data pipeline concepts, workflow orchestration, data quality principles, version control (Git), log analysis, public trust clearance adjudication
Preferred skills
Cloud platforms (AWS, Terra, AnVIL), workflow management tools (Snakemake, Nextflow), genomic data formats (CRAM, variant calling), CI/CD practices, public biomedical databases (ClinVar, gnomAD, OMIM)
Technologies
Python, SQL, Git, AWS, Terra, AnVIL, Snakemake, Nextflow
Responsibilities
Execute and optimize routine data workflows for bioscientific/genomic/clinical data; Load, validate, and assess data quality; Perform smoke testing and validation during application releases; Troubleshoot user, data, and system issues; Analyze application usage and system performance to generate insights; Develop and enhance dashboards and lightweight automation; Document processes and SOPs; Collaborate with engineering and scientific teams on bug triage and enhancements.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
