Molecular Analyst Bioinformatician

Advanced Systems Design is seeking a Molecular Analyst Bioinformatician for our client located in Tallahassee, FL.

This position is onsite in Jacksonville, FL, and requires in-person availability starting day 1.

• Work with current staff in developing and maintaining production grade and professional quality bioinformatics workflows for Illumina next generation sequencing data for NBS as specified by the Department.
  • Deploy bioinformatics pipelines locally and on the cloud as specified by the Department.
  • Adhere to best software engineering principles while performing services under this SOW.
  • Correct issues in the bioinformatics eco-system, communicate and document them as directed by the Department.
  • Provide bioinformatics support to upstream laboratory and downstream interpretation teams and help diagnose problems as specified by the Department.
  • Manage genomic data life cycle (creation to archival and restore) as directed by the Department.
  • Develop, manage, and curate databases for the analysis as specified by the Department.
  • Provide a monthly status report that addresses on-going development and curation and submit it to the Contract Manager with the invoice.
• Train and support other researchers in the use of bioinformatics pipelines and assist them in the analysis of genomic data as specified by the Department.
• Evaluate NGS analysis tools, execute data analysis and generate reports in production as specified by the Department.
• Adhere to compliance requirements (CAP/CLIA) as follows.
  • Identify, implement, and maintain data quality control and management programs as specified by the Department.
  • Provide a monthly status report addressing ongoing quality control and management programs and submit it to the contract Manager with the invoice.
• Attend trainings approved by the Department to ensure the Contractor’s knowledge remains current. Provide follow-up report to the Contract Manager within seven business days of training detailing training received.

• One year of experience using standard analysis software and demonstrated exposure to sequencing data analysis.
• One year of experience with sequencing analysis.
• Experience with sequencing analysis of Newborn Screening.
• One year programming skills in C++ or Java;
  Programming skills in R, Python, Perl, BASH or another related field.
• Prefer one year of experience performing exploratory data analysis as it pertains to Newborn Screening samples.
• Eligible for Florida Laboratory license.

• Master of Science (MS) with at least two years of work/research experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, biology, biochemistry or other related field OR Bachelor of Science (BS) with three or more years of work/research experience in bioinformatics, molecular biology, biology, biochemistry or another related field.

• A leading Information Technology provider for Federal, State & Local government agencies.
• A certified minority-owned small business government contractor with capabilities related to Public Health IT, Criminal Justice, Transportation, and Defense.
• A certified service-disabled veteran-owned company with a proud 46-year track record of providing successful, innovative solutions for our government customers.
• A drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988.
• Applicants who have a signed offer of employment or contractor agreement are subject to:
  • the pre-employment testing protocol:
    • background investigation
    • drug screening

• Are actively working on next-generation technology projects with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, CDC,and a wide array of Federal, State, and Local agencies throughout the United States
• Are eligible for wide-ranging benefits and perks, including but not limited to:
  • Comprehensive Health Insurance with PPO and HDHP/HSA options
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Short/Long-Term Disability
  • Group Life Insurance - Company Paid
  • Voluntary Life Insurance
  • 401(k) Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick)
  • Holiday Pay - Company Paid Federal Holidays
  • Professional Certification Incentive Plan
  • Employee Referral Plan
  • Technology Exposure

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Advanced Systems Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.