What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programmer Analyst I Bioinformatician Rheumatology position at Brigham and Women's Hospital?
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Job Summary
The Hoover Lab at Brigham & Women’s Hospital (BWH) is seeking a motivated and talented bioinformatics analyst to join our team. This role focuses on analyzing single-cell and spatial genomics datasets, along with other functional genomic data, to understand the underlying mechanisms of inflammation and tissue damage in autoimmune diseases. As part of the Division of Rheumatology, Inflammation, and Immunity within the Department of Medicine, the Hoover Lab provides a rich intellectual environment, featuring collaboration with experts in both computational biology and immunology and autoimmunity. The ideal candidate will have a solid computational background and strong interest in discovering insights from biological datasets. The position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop and develop and apply expertise in statistical methods, algorithms, data analysis, and bioinformatics tools, within an intellectually stimulating and collaborative environment.
Qualifications
About the Role:
Engage in research projects aimed at understanding the molecular mechanisms driving tissue damage and repair in autoimmunity, including in vitro and in vivo screening approaches focused on macrophage roles in the kidneys using primary human cells or mouse models. Collaborate with lab members to develop mechanistic insights that could translate into improved outcomes for patients with autoimmune disease.
Responsibilities:
1-2 years required.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
60 Fenwood Road
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
The Hoover Lab at Brigham & Women’s Hospital (BWH) is seeking a motivated and talented bioinformatics analyst to join our team. This role focuses on analyzing single-cell and spatial genomics datasets, along with other functional genomic data, to understand the underlying mechanisms of inflammation and tissue damage in autoimmune diseases. As part of the Division of Rheumatology, Inflammation, and Immunity within the Department of Medicine, the Hoover Lab provides a rich intellectual environment, featuring collaboration with experts in both computational biology and immunology and autoimmunity. The ideal candidate will have a solid computational background and strong interest in discovering insights from biological datasets. The position offers an exceptional opportunity to develop and develop and apply expertise in statistical methods, algorithms, data analysis, and bioinformatics tools, within an intellectually stimulating and collaborative environment.
Qualifications
About the Role:
Engage in research projects aimed at understanding the molecular mechanisms driving tissue damage and repair in autoimmunity, including in vitro and in vivo screening approaches focused on macrophage roles in the kidneys using primary human cells or mouse models. Collaborate with lab members to develop mechanistic insights that could translate into improved outcomes for patients with autoimmune disease.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain bioinformatics pipelines for comprehensive data analysis.
- Perform data analysis using advanced statistical and computational techniques.
- Conduct literature reviews and assist in preparing presentations and manuscripts for publication.
- Collaborate with the Principal Investigator (PI) and lab members to refine existing analysis approaches and develop new methods.
- Undertake other related duties as needed.
- Bachelor’s required or master's degree preferred with substantial coursework in computer science, statistics, or a related field. Proficiency in R, python, or other programming language and familiarity with data visualization.
- Knowledge of immunology, molecular biology, cellular biology, computational genomics, or a related discipline a major plus.
- Collaborative, curious, and highly organized with a strong professional track record. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
1-2 years required.
Additional Job Details (if Applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
60 Fenwood Road
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
EEO Statement:
Brigham and Women's Physicians Organization, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
