About the Department The Department of Human Genetics is the home within the Division of Biological Sciences for the study of basic principles of genetics and genomics as applied to human disease. We provide broad training in experimental genetics and genomics, statistical and population genetics, bioinformatics, and clinical genetics. A common theme throughout our research is the application of basic genetic principles and strategies to the study of disease mechanism, disease susceptibility, and the genetic architecture of complex traits. Our faculty bridge between basic and clinical research and train students for careers in academia, industry, and medicine. Job Summary Under direct supervision, this job performs a broad range of operational activities, which may include collecting, organizing, and analyzing information from the University's various internal data systems as well as from external sources. This job also performs assignments related to data manipulation, statistical applications, programming, analysis and modeling. Responsibilities Work collaboratively with other scientists on experimental and computational projects, and investigate how the human brain develops and goes awry. Co-design and analyze large-scale and high-throughput datasets (next generation sequencing, single cell RNA sequencing, CRISPR mediated genetic screening, etc). Apply and develop customized computational solutions to support new types of assays and experiments.? Generate figures and reports, and automate the production of such results as components of computational pipelines. Report data and share results to supervisor and team at lab meetings, plan projects and experiments, and ensure that projects support current team goals. Evaluate, document, and maintain computational pipelines, both for team use and to support biologists in the scientific community. Provide computational support to the team, contribute to generation of protocols, publications, and intellectual property. Assists in analyzing data for the purpose of extracting applicable information. Performs research projects that provide analysis for a number of programs and initiatives. May assist staff or faculty with data manipulation, statistical applications, programming, analysis and modeling on a scheduled or ad-hoc basis. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. --- Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through --- Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Master's degree in related field Experience: Minimum of four years experience working with statistics/data analysis Preferred Competencies Ability to work independently Ability to work on multiple projects Application Documents Resume (required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Resume/CV of the application. 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