Bioinformatician II

Overview

The Center for Cancer Genomics (CCG) at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute facilitates genomic discoveries in cancer using novel technology platforms to assist researchers in both genome-wide and gene-focused efforts. Technologies are selected and developed with a view to research-oriented ventures, as well as translational medicine and clinical relevance. Our clinical and research environments currently use state-of-the-art massively parallel sequencing assays of DNA and RNA from patient tumor samples. Data from these environments are used to advance research on both adult and pediatric cancers, improve our understanding of cancer biology, and advance the field of precision cancer medicine. This opportunity offers the chance to work at the forefront of translational cancer technologies and applications, in an informatics group that enables analyses in both arenas.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

• Performs complex informatics tasks independently
• Data analysis, data management, data visualization, or processing of large-scale biological, medical, and/or operational data
• Generation of professionally written and graphical reports
• Manages ongoing stakeholder/client interactions
• Uses peers, academic literature, and online resources for troubleshooting
• Works easily with others as part of a larger project team
• Contributes expertise to DFCI software code base and communities of practice
• Maintains a set of software tools or databases used by others and instructing others in their use

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Computational and data analysis: Expert
• Data management and/or software engineering: Expert
• Collaboration and communication: Able to set appropriate expectations, discuss and present results to customers in formal settings, and share ideas accurately and communicate them effectively, both in writing and verbally
• Contributes to the development and growth of others
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to effectively interact with all levels of staff and external contacts
• Excellent analytical, organizational and time management skills

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

The position requires a bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, with a master’s or PhD strongly preferred in areas like bioinformatics, computational biology, or related quantitative fields. Candidates must have 3 years of experience, though a master’s degree with 1 year of experience or a PhD with no experience also qualifies.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None

PATIENT CONTACT: None

At Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, we work every day to create an innovative, caring, and inclusive environment where every patient, family, and staff member feels they belong. As relentless as we are in our mission to reduce the burden of cancer for all, we are committed to having faculty and staff who offer multifaceted experiences. Cancer knows no boundaries and when it comes to hiring the most dedicated and compassionate professionals, neither do we. If working in this kind of organization inspires you, we encourage you to apply.

Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is an equal opportunity employer and affirms the right of every qualified applicant to receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, ancestry, military service, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.

Pay Transparency Statement

The hiring range is based on market pay structures, with individual salaries determined by factors such as business needs, market conditions, internal equity, and based on the candidate’s relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

For union positions, the pay range is determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).