Senior Bioinformatics Scientist Job in San Diego 92121, California US
Join the CLIA laboratory that is dedicated to improving healthcare through revolutionary genetic analysis solutions. The rapidly growing Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine is on the forefront of ground-breaking clinical diagnostic tests. Sequenom Center for Molecular Medicine, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sequenom, is a CLIA-certified specialty reference laboratory dedicated to the development and commercialization of laboratory-developed genetic testing services for prenatal and eye conditions. Headquartered in San Diego, with offices located around the world, we provide the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated scientific leaders while developing and expanding your own career. We know our strength and competitive advantage comes from our people so we strive to maintain a motivated team and an environment that supports diversity, encourages creativity, and most importantly, fosters innovation. Our employees are rewarded with excellent compensation and top-notch benefits. Consider joining the Sequenom CMM team, where you can help make an impact in revolutionizing medical technology.
Reporting to the Director of Bioinformatics, the Senior Bioinformatics Scientist is responsible for developing algorithms and performing data mining for molecular biology experiments. The ideal candidate must be able to work in a collaborative research environment and be able to provide evidence of relevant research expertise in the form of presentations, software, technical publications, and/or knowledge of applications.
Responsibilities:
· Perform statistical and bioinformatic analyses of experimental data produced by MALDI-TOF MS, qPCR, Sequencing instruments
· Conduct data mining over internally produced and publicly available data sets
· Provide analysis information to management to aid in decision making on the development of new laboratory developed tests
· Provide bioinformatics support for the commercial launch of molecular diagnostics
Requirements:
· Master's degree required, PhD preferred in Computational Biology/Bioinformatics, Computer Science or related field
· Minimum of 8 years work experience with at least 5 years in a biotechnology setting
· Proficient in biological sequence analysis and analysis of next-generation sequencing data
· Strong knowledge of human genetics
· Proven track record of proficiency in data analysis and statistical learning
· Proficiency with at least one of the following high level programming languages: R/S-PLUS (preferred), Matlab, SAS
· Experience with Laboratory Developed Tests (LDT) highly desirable
· Experience developing in an ISO 13485 Design Control environment
· Programming experience in Java, Python or Perl and experience with databases and SQL highly desirable
To apply, please visit http://www.sequenom.com/Corporate/Careers/Jobs
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