Bioinformatics Scientist

Position Objective: Provide services as a Bioinformatics Scientist in support of the overall functions of the Vaccine Research Center (VRC), Vaccine Production Program (VPP) within the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand user requirements and generate specifications for software platform(s) that address evolving program needs.
• Develop computer code for reliable data visualization dashboards and analysis pipelines.
• Develop computer code for extraction and transformation of data from existing platforms.
• Develop computer code for data reduction, storage, and retrieval.
• Maintain and effectively utilize existing IT infrastructure, as well as working with IT staff to expand capabilities when necessary.
• Write clear usage, developer, and other reference documentation.
• Contribute to the implementation of sound development and data management practices.
• Assist training of junior data scientists to utilize custom APIs and other software tools.
• Drive increased adoption of quantitative modeling / advanced data analysis tools by VPP staff, including but not limited to one-on-one and group training in data science, data engineering, and related technologies.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Bioinformatics or Computer Science is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related experience is required.
• Proficient in Python and JavaScript, delivering clean, robust, and well-documented code.
• Experience in designing and developing sophisticated, modern web applications and services.
• Experience with relational databases.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience developing Django web applications and services.
• Working experience with JavaScript frameworks such as Jquery, Angular, or ReactJS.
• Experience creating and/or using web services and RESTful APIs.
• Proficient understanding of Git version control system.
• Semantic markup and modern web layout techniques.
• Qunit / Selenium testing.
• Unix / Linux system administration.
• Experience with Visual Basic / Visual Basic for Applications (VBA).
• Experience with agile development paradigms.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff.
• Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects

*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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This position is contingent upon contract award.