Research Technologist 3 - Arango Lab

Department: MED-Pharmacology
Salary/Grade: NEX/13

Target hiring range for this position will be between $21.48-$28.99 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and highly motivated Research Technologist with a strong background in bioinformatics and transcriptomics. The successful candidate will work closely with wet scientists in analyzing transcriptomics data related to RNA metabolism and therapeutics in human disease. The candidate will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, leveraging computational tools to solve complex biological questions related to RNA modifications and protein synthesis.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Analyze data obtained from experiments and recommends changes to processes, procedures and techniques to improve quality and validity of results based upon overall project objectives.
• Prepares complex tables and figures for publications.
• May perform library preparation for sequencing experiments.

Using an advanced level of skill, completes the following activities:

Bioinformatics:

• Analysis of transcriptomics data
• Machine learning and statistical modeling
• Strong proficiency in Python and R
• High performance computing
• Bash/Unix/Linux shell

Molecular Biology:

• Library preparation for sequencing experiments

Administration

• Maintains records of all analytical & statistical pipelines
• Draws scientific conclusions.
• Writes portions of grant applications.
• Co-authors scientific papers.

Finance

• Orders and/or maintains inventory of laboratory resources.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major with strong bioinformatics background; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 3 years of relevant experience; OR

• Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in bioinformatics or data science with at least 1 year of research experience in bioinformatics.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Proficiency in Python and R

• Bash/Unix/Linux shell

Preferred Qualifications:

• A masters' degree in Bioinformatics, data science, or related

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Experience with large scale transcriptomics data

• Experience with machine learning and statistical modeling

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.

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