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University of Michigan
Bioinformatics Scientist / Computational Biologist
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What they do
A Bioinformatician uses computers and software tools to study biology and biology-related data. Conducts studies and maintains biology data; may develop specialized bioinformatics software. Analysis may be used for product development at a pharmaceutical company, disease research at a hospital or health policy research at a public health organization.
$81,297 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
JOB OPENING ID
281676 MODES OF WORK HybridREGULAR/TEMPORARY
RegularORGANIZATIONAL GROUP
School Pub HealthDEPARTMENT
Biostatistics Department SALARY:
$88,744.00- $109,625.
- Genomic Data Analysis (35%) Process, quality control, and analyze large-scale whole-genome sequencing datasets generated through TOPMed and related studies Support analyses of both short-read and long-read sequencing data, including variant discovery, structural variation, haplotype analysis, and emerging applications enabled by long-read technologies Integrate genomic results with clinical, phenotypic, and epidemiologic datasets Single-Cell and Functional Genomics (30%) Analyze single-cell RNA-seq and related single-cell multiomic datasets Perform cell-type annotation, differential expression analyses, integration across studies, trajectory analyses, and biological interpretation Develop and maintain reproducible workflows for single-cell data processing and analysis Pipeline and Software Development (20%) Develop, maintain, and optimize scalable bioinformatics workflows and analytical pipelines Implement reproducible computational methods using workflow management systems such as Nextflow, Snakemake, or WDL Support analyses on high-performance computing and cloud-based environments Research Collaboration and Scientific Contributions (15%) Collaborate with faculty investigators, staff scientists, trainees, and external research partners Contribute to manuscripts, reports, grant applications, and scientific presentations Remain current with emerging technologies and analytical methods in genomics and computational biology Required Qualifications• Ph.
- Experience in one or more of the following areas would strengthen an application: Single-cell RNA-seq or other single-cell omics analyses Long-read sequencing technologies, including PacBio HiFi and Oxford Nanopore platforms Whole-genome sequencing analyses and variant interpretation Structural variant discovery and genome assembly-related analyses Large-scale genomic resources such as TOPMed, All of Us, UK Biobank, or other population-based studies Cloud computing environments such as Terra, AWS, or Google Cloud Workflow development using Nextflow, Snakemake, Cromwell/WDL, or related frameworks Containerization technologies such as Docker or Apptainer/Singularity Multi-omics data integration Scientific publications, open-source software development, or other evidence of research leadership and impact Why Work at Michigan?
Benefits include:
Generous time off, including family leave A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting Many choices for comprehensive health insurance, dental, vision Life insurance Long-term disability coverage Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses How You'll Grow This position provides you the opportunity to work at the forefront of genomic science within one of the largest and most influential precision medicine programs in the world. You will have access to exceptional genomic resources, advanced computational infrastructure, and a highly collaborative scientific environment, while contributing to research that advances our understanding of human health and disease. Modes of Work This is a hybrid position and requires residence within commuting distance to the Ann Arbor campus. Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes . Underfill Statement This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Senior- $88,744
- $109,625 Intermediate
- $69,906
- $86,355 Additional Information This position will start as a three-year term-limited position.