Bioinformatics Programmer 2 - Remote - 133745
Job Description
Please note that this position is a part-time appointment
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 12/26/24. for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 1/06/25. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
Candidates hired into this position will have the ability to work a remote or hybrid schedule.
This position will assist in the development, improvement, and maintenance of a system under the auspices of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to assist U.S. public health agencies to securely track the spread of infectious disease. The position will design and develop bioinformatics programs to process public health surveillance data using a cloud-based AWS system.
Under direct supervision, applies professional bioinformatics concepts and computational procedures to complete small independent projects or portions of larger projects. Works on assignments of limited to moderate scope and complexity. Follows standard programming procedures to analyze situations and data from which answers can be readily obtained.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSSix years of related experience, education/training, OR a Bachelor's degree in related area plus two years of related experience/training.
Working knowledge of bioinformatics methods and data structures.
Working knowledge of applications programming and web development.
Working knowledge of databases.
Working project management skills.
Working knowledge of modern biology and applicable field of research.
Interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at various levels in the organization.
Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner.
Self motivated, able to learn quickly, meet deadlines and demonstrate problem solving skills.
Working knowledge of application and data security concepts.
Proficiency in Python, JavaScript, and git version control systems.
- Basic understanding of biological data (e.g., genetic sequences, evolutionary biology, epidemiology).
Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
Must be able to pass a background check for federal government contractors in a timely manner.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $77,000 - $139,200 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $36.88 - $66.67
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
UC San Diego Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html
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