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Syracuse University · 1 month ago

Research Analyst

Syracuse, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

Syracuse University is a private, international research university seeking a Research Analyst to support a diverse portfolio of research projects focused on evolutionary and functional genomics. The role involves managing, analyzing, and interpreting large-scale genomic datasets, developing custom pipelines, and mentoring graduate students in bioinformatics projects.

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Responsibilities

Perform computational analysis on collaborative research projects

Manage, analyze, and interpret large-scale genomic and transcriptomic datasets

Apply established analytical tools, develop custom pipelines, and create new computational approaches to address cutting-edge biological questions

Train and assist graduate students with bioinformatics projects

Maintain lab computing infrastructure

Maintain and curate genomics datasets, laboratory software with version control, and manage computing clusters and backup storage

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

High-throughput sequencing analysisScripting languages PythonScripting languages RScripting languages BashLinux/Unix environmentsWorkflow managers SnakemakeWorkflow managers NextflowVersion control (Git/GitHub)Statistical modelingMachine learningGenome assembly/annotationOrganizational skillsEffective communicationMentoring experience

Required

M.S. in computer science or a related field, or a Ph.D. in biology with extensive graduate training in computational biology or an equivalent field, as evidenced in published work and/or CV

Demonstrated experience analyzing high-throughput sequencing datasets

Proficiency with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, Bash)

Experience working in Linux/Unix environments and with HPC or cloud computing

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects

Effective communication skills and interest in working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team

Experience with workflow managers such as Snakemake, Nextflow, or WDL/Cromwell

Familiarity with version control (Git/GitHub) and collaborative software development

Background in evolutionary genetics, population genomics, or comparative genomics

Experience with genome assembly/annotation, pangenome analysis, or phylogenetics

Knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning, or advanced data visualization

Prior mentoring or teaching experience in computational skills

Preferred

Enthusiasm for collaborative work

Company

Syracuse University

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Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit.

Founded in 1989

Syracuse, New York, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.tracfed.syr.edu/

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