Lead Bioinformatics Scientist for Pediatric Oncology Research

7 days ago


Washington, United States Children's National Medical Center Full time

Job Overview


Children's National Medical Center is seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Scientist to join our Rokita Lab at the Center for Cancer and Immunology Research (CCIR) and Brain Tumor Institute.



About the Role


This position involves leading bioinformatics analyses on pediatric oncology datasets, including genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenomic data.



Main Responsibilities:



  • Design and Implement Downstream Analytical Workflows
  • Collaborate on the Open Pediatric Cancer Project
  • Identify RNA Neoepitope CAR-T or RNA Vaccine Targets
  • Utilize Cloud-Computing Environments
  • Participate in Sprints and Code Reviews
  • Engage with Multidisciplinary Teams


Requirements



  • Ph.D. in Bioinformatics or a Related Field
  • At Least Five Years of Experience in Bioinformatics
  • Expertise in Bash, R or Python
  • Proficiency with Cloud-Based Computing Environments
  • Strong Experience with Genomic Data Types
  • Commitment to Open Science Practices
  • Knowledge of Pediatric Oncology and Genomics


Preferred Skills:



  • Strong Organizational and Project Management Skills
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Eligible to Apply for Young Investigator Grant Funding


About Us


We are an equal opportunity employer that evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other characteristics protected by law.



Compensation and Benefits


The estimated salary for this position is between $109,116.80 and $181,854.40 per year. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off.



Location and Schedule


This position will be located at Children's National Hospital's Main Campus in Washington, D.C., and will require a standard full-time schedule of 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday.



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