Senior Research Specialist

Life Sciences Center

Dr. Trupti Joshi Laboratory is seeking to hire a Senior Research Specialist

Duties include:

Analyze diverse types of biological data, including next generation sequencing (NGS) such as RNA-seq, single-cell RNA-seq, other multiomics data and microbiome data. Prepare and publish manuscripts.
Contribute towards development of web-based framework and tools for multiomics data integration within SoyKB and KBCommons frameworks, B5 data nexus and mixomics learning platforms, in addition to other new tools such as IRnet, CrossMP, scPlantAnnotate etc. Develop databases and data visualization tools using latest evolving technology including Python, R, Javascript, Django, mySQL, MongoDB etc. Experiences with workflow management systems like Snakemake and GPU programming. Familiarity with use of Amazon web services (AWS) resources and GitHUB. Build automatic workflow or pipelines for specific biological problems using HPC and cloud storage such as AWS. Coordinate or participate in collaborative bioinformatics research and training workshop and course development.

Successful candidates will be expected to be persuasive communicators with exceptional organizational and time management skills.

Monday thru Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Master degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science or related field. Prior experience working with such data, databases and tools development desired. Minimum one year work experience desired.

Salary Range: $52,915.20 - $80,000/year

Grade: GGS-9E

University Title: Senior Research Specialist

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

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The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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