NIH Library Data Scientist (Bioinformatics), National Institutes of Health (NIH)

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Description:

Join the NIH Library as a data scientist with a focus on bioinformatics. As a Data Scientist at the NIH Library, you will play a pivotal role in advancing biomedical research through the analysis of large datasets and application of cutting-edge bioinformatics techniques. You will be working closely with researchers and collaborators as you contribute to critical projects that drive innovation and discovery. We believe that diversity and inclusion are the cornerstones of innovation and excellence, and we foster an environment where every team member feels valued, empowered, and inspired to contribute their unique perspectives and skills.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated data scientist with expertise in bioinformatics, please consider joining my team. The successful candidates will work directly with NIH researchers and clinicians to analyze complex biological data, support our licensed bioinformatics tools (Qiagen and Partek), and provide training and support to researchers in bioinformatics techniques and tools. This opportunity will be available on USAJOBS.gov until August 2, 2024. The application period reflects the NIH’s effort to hire talented people quickly. There is an option to work remotely.

The NIH is the world’s largest medical research facility, and we are seeking applications from exceptional candidates for the Data Scientist (Bioinformatics), position at the NIH Library (Office of Research Services, Division of Library Services), 1 vacancy, GS-1560 at 12/13, with full promotion potential to 13, posting period 07/24/2024 – 08/02/2024.

Please apply through announcement # NIH-ORS-DH-24-12470188, https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/801529500

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

·        Develops advanced methods, processes, algorithms, tools (e.g., Python, R, MATLAB, Tableau) to extract meaning from data, with a focus on bioinformatics.

·        Develops and leads bioinformatics efforts that integrate technologies to gather and extract meaning from data.

·        Contributes to and validates writing code in programming languages (e.g., R, Python) to create data visualizations, including interactive dashboards, charts, and graphs, with a focus on bioinformatics.

·        Performs validation to ensure the data are FAIR (findable, accessible, interoperable, and reusable), traceable, and compatible with the organizational goals.

·        Develops and provides instruction in the use of data science tools with a focus on open source and licensed bioinformatic resources.

·        Serves as a subject matter expert in bioinformatics.

For more information on the NIH Library, visit https://www.nihlibrary.nih.gov/.

Potential applicants can contact me, Doug Joubert Chief, Research Analytics Branch, at douglas.joubert@nih.gov to clarify application procedures and position duties.  The NIH is dedicated to building a diverse community in its training and employment programs. DHHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers.

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