UCSD Health Sciences is a $1 billion dollar plus organization encompassing 16 academic departments (14 clinical, 2 basic sciences), 2 preacademic/hospital departments, 2 professional schools (School of Medicine and Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences), 2 hospitals, and various other programs and units all dedicated towards fulfilling the Health Sciences missions. The UCSD Department of Cellular and Molecular Medicine (CMM) is one of two basic science units in the School of Medicine where world class researchers study fundamental cellular processes and pathways using a variety of techniques from classical genetics and fluorescence microscopy to high throughput genomics, systems biology, and crystallography. Our 36 faculty and over 200 postdoctoral scholars, graduate students, and research staff work on the cutting edge of biology, cutting across fields from basic biochemistry and genetics to genomics, systems biology and stem cell biology. The faculty also play a major role in medical and graduate student training, providing educational and programmatic offerings that span several disciplines and provide diversity to meet the interests of a broad spectrum of students and scholars. The diverse mix of ages, backgrounds, and talents creates a robust work environment with challenging career opportunities and a commitment to continued growth potential. We constantly seek to recruit highly motivated, technologically advanced, and deeply interested individuals who are ready to become a part of our dynamic research and educational environment Uses skills as an advanced, specialized bioinformatics programming professional with an in-depth understanding of computational algorithms and systems to identify and resolve a wide range of highly complex issues/software bugs where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation of variable factors. May lead or mentor a team of bioinformatics programming professionals. Independently serves as a technical expert to a large laboratory for the design, implementation, and maintenance of applications that serve as user interfaces to collecting, storing and tracking data on Covid-19 testing workflows. Responsible for all aspects of application development, from design to implementation to maintenance. Performs analytical analysis and deductive reasoning for high –performance computing setting. Develops scientific algorithms and data structures in commonly used object-oriented programming or scripting languages (i.e: Java, Python, Perl, C, etc.). Develops requirements and design documentation in close collaboration with bioinformatics staff and users. Analyzes diverse user needs and identify new capabilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree in biological science, computational/programming, or related area; and/or equivalent experience/training. A minimum of five (5+) or more years of relevant bioinformatics programming or scripting experience. Knowledge of modern biology and applicable field of research. In-depth knowledge of bioinformatics methods, applications programming, web development and data structures. In-depth knowledge of applications programming, web development and relation databases. Proven experience with application development and deployment procedures. Experience with mark up languages such as HTML or XML. In-depth knowledge in area of expertise with an understanding and advanced ability to independently analyze a needs requirement, develop, and implement systems for complex applications. Proven skill to plan and carry out projects to completion in a time sensitive environment. Proven knowledge of bioinformatics programming design, modification and implementation. Experience with scripting language such as Python or Perl. Proven experience with software development full life cycle, architecture, design, object-orientation, documentation, continuous integration and deployment. Advanced understanding of relational databases, web interfaces and operating systems. Expertise in scientific programming. Proven record of producing and delivering well-designed scientific software in an industrial or academic environment. Proven project management skills. Excellent organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to manage a large volume of work efficiently and meet deadlines with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. Ability to develop, organize, and track projects and coordinate complex activities requiring a high level of accuracy and meticulous attention to detail. In-depth knowledge of web, application and data security concepts and methods. Knowledge of CLIA and HIPAA compliance regulations. Strong interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and non-technical personnel at all levels in the organization, including senior project leadership. Ability to communicate technical information in a clear and concise manner. Advanced ability to interface with management on a regular basis.
