Space Biology Laboratory is a subsidiary of Chinese Academy of Space Technology, focusing on life science research on the ground and in space in the areas of cell and tissue adaptation to microgravity, cancer biology, muscle and bone loss, hematopoietic differentiation, microbial system, and plant development. Much of the research is aimed towards biomedical and biotechnological applications, using space environment as a research tool to accelerate or retard physiological processes, to create new technologies or improve existing ones for better diagnostic, preventative and pharmaceutical products.
Space biology laboratory is conveniently located at 61 Zhichun Road, Haidian District, close to the best universities and research institutions in China. It currently has 150,000 S.F. newly renovated lab and office space, and is expected to grow rapidly in the next few years.
Currently we have openings for the following position: Senior Bioinformatics Scientist
Primary Responsibilities include:
• Lead the analysis of gene expression data from clinical studies for the purpose of developing diagnostic and/or prognostic products for specific diseases.
• Applies bioinformatics techniques and develops software scripts to analyze gene expression data.
• Conceives and develops algorithms and analytical approaches to solve the key challenges for analysis of gene expression data in a clinical setting.
• Validates results, modifies algorithms or analysis protocols as needed. Supports development of and analysis for required clinical control parameters.
Requirement for this position:
• PhD in Bioinformatics, Statistics, or Statistical Genetics, with 1 to 3 years of working experience.
• Experience in statistical data analysis, including genome-wide expression data, gene copy number analysis and next-generation sequencing data.
• Experience with computer programming. Familiarity with bioinformatics tools, databases, and pathway analysis.
• Attention to details and excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment. Proven ability to communicate effectively with colleagues from a range of disciplines.
• Prior experience in clinical data analysis would be advantageous.
Please send a cover letter, brief description of research experience and interests, curriculum vitae and contact information for three references to spacebio@163.com
Expires: January 17, 2011
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