[Biopython] Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center - Systems Analyst/Programmer III/IV (AD-22564)

Sat Sep 5 18:13:21 UTC 2009

Systems Analyst /Programmer III/IV (AD-22564)

About Us

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home of three Nobel laureates, is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation, the Center's four scientific divisions collaborate to form a unique environment for conducting basic and applied science. The Hutchinson Center, in collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of Washington and Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center, is the only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in the Pacific Northwest. Join us and make a difference.

Responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced Programmer/Systems Analyst.  The person will join the Cancer Prevention Program providing support for the data analysis of a large-scale genome-wide association study.  This genome-wide scan is an NCI-funded multiple-year project with the goal to identify susceptibility genes associated with cancer risk and to investigate interaction between genes and environmental factors.  The Programmer/Systems Analyst will work in a multidisciplinary research team.  He/she will provide programming support for management of high dimensional data sets, implement quality control procedures, apply various software applications, and assist with running statistical analysis on high performance compute clusters.  Furthermore, the person will prepare written documentation for the data management and the results of data analysis. 

Major Duties

In support of the research projects, the incumbent may perform one or more of the following tasks in addition to other duties as assigned:

1.	Participate in design and development of the data management system for studies. 
2.	Design, test, document, and maintain databases. 
3.	Develop, document, and maintain data cleaning procedures. 
4.	Implement and maintain standard datasets and reports. 
5.	Perform study-specific reporting. 
6.	Implement various software tools, such as PLINK, BeadStudio, GenomeStudio, or software packages in R. 
7.	Develop and/or maintain user interface programs and software tools. 
8.	Assist with the statistical analysis on high performance compute cluster.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field and two years' experience as a Systems Analyst/Programmer III or equivalent; or one year as a Systems Analyst/Programmer III or equivalent and a Master's Degree in a job-related area.  Experience with LINUX/Unix and R are required.  Knowledge of C, FORTRAN, PERL, PYTHON, Rmpi or mpi is desirable.  Experience with management of complex, high-dimensional genotype data is desirable.  Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively as part of a team. 

Recommended Qualifications

Proficient use of database management and statistical software. Knowledge of and experience in programming support of statistical analysis and methods development, or other scientific research are desired. Experience in writing program, system, and/or database documentation. 

To Apply

For more information about the position and to apply, please visit the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center website at www.fhcrc.org <http://www.fhcrc.org/>  and search for Job# AD-22564.

Alysha M. Duran
Human Resources Specialist/Recruiter
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
Seattle Cancer Care Alliance

Phone: (206) 667-2720
Fax: (206) 667-4051
Email: aduran at fhcrc.org <mailto:aduran at fhcrc.org> 

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