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BLOODCENTER OF WISCONSIN, INC Computational Biologist in MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Computational Biologist Job Locations US-WI-Wauwatosa ID 2024-10950 Category Research and Development Position Type Full Time Overview Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) is the largest blood-focused research institute in the United States. With over 30 basic, translational, and clinical researchers, the institute is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and developing innovative therapies related to blood and blood disorders. The institute\'s research interests encompass a wide range of topics, including transfusion medicine, cellular therapy, thrombosis/hemostasis, immunology, and hematologic malignancies. As a vital part of Versiti, a non-profit organization with a blood bank at its core, the VBRI strives to improve lives through innovative research and the development of novel diagnostics and treatments. VBRI is part of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Campus, a rapidly growing clinical-translational research hub. VBRI\'s proximity to the Medical College of Wisconsin, Childrens\' Hospital of Wisconsin, and Froedtert Hospital facilitates seamless interdisciplinary collaborations. A range of exemplary core facilities support highly competitive research. In the summer of 2024, construction of a new research building will start, doubling existing VBRI research space to enable the recruitment of 10-15 new faculty. With its renowned researchers, strategic expansion plans and location in a highly collaborative environment, the VBRI is poised to maintain and expand its position as one of the leading hematology institutes in the world. Position Summary Provides data analysis, integration, and development of new computational methods to analyze and integrate genome wide datasets from transcriptome, epigenomic, and other types of functional genomics-based approaches. Responsibilities Works with Investigators to develop a research project and communicates results of research at meetings. Collaborates with colleagues to analyze and integrate multiple types of genomic datasets using computational methods. Develops and implements bioinformatics pipelines tailored to individual research projects. Provides direction to trainees. Generates clear and complete records of work. Participates in publication and presentation of research. Coordinates and cooperatively manage resources (servers, data storage, and internet connectivity) with IT staff Serves as a resource for techniques, information, computational methods, interpretation of data, etc. for laboratory staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned... For full info follow application link. We embrace and encourage diversity in our workforce. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We participate in eVerify. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. We are a tobacco/smoke-free workplace. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/C4BCA3CCB1F64885 Qualified females, minorities, and special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.
