Job Description

The Satija lab at the New York Genome Center is looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated computational biologist. We encourage applications from talented scientists, who are interested in gaining experience in a multidisciplinary, international, and dynamic research environment. The successful candidate will work closely to PhD students, postdoctoral fellows, and computational biologists in the lab to develop new statistical methods and software for the analysis of single cell datasets. This is an exciting opportunity to learn about the latest developments in the growing space of single cell genomics while contributing to new research in cancer immunology and developmental neuroscience.

Job duties will include:

Develop computational methods to analyze single-cell genomics datasets
Contribute to the codebase, development, and support of open-source software packages
Assist in data analysis and interpretation for diverse research projects
Help to manage lab servers and computational infrastructure
Document and present results in written or oral reports to other lab members

About the Satija Lab

Dr. Satija’s lab studies the causes and consequences of cellular heterogeneity in complex biological systems. His group is particularly interested in single cell genomics, with active development in both the dry and wet lab. The lab integrates novel statistical and machine learning-based methods with experimental analysis in order to better understand how cells work together to drive biological processes and behaviors.

Required Experience

BS or MS degree in bioinformatics, computer science, biology, biochemistry or similar;
Excellent programming skill, for example, in R, Python, and BASH;
Experience working in a Linux environment;
Team oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills;
Training in statistics or machine learning preferred;
Exposure or training in NGS data analysis, functional genomics and/or human genetics preferred.

Competencies

Technical and Professional Skills: Consistently demonstrates skills and knowledge relevant for current role; strives to expand the depth and breadth of technical and professional skills; works with a high level of integrity; exhibits focus and discipline; appropriately prioritizes, manages expectations and delivers on commitments.

Collaborative & Communicative: Models collaboration and teamwork; brings out the best in others; effectively works with all levels, internally and externally; respects and embraces diversity of perspective; communicates clearly and listens carefully; uses good judgment as to what to communicate and when to do so.

Adaptable & Innovative: Adaptable and embraces change; develops new insights and pursues improvements and efficiency; fosters exchange of new ideas and willing to challenge the status quo; takes initiative and is solution-oriented; engages in work with passion and curiosity.

FLSA Status – Exempt

This position is eligible for visa sponsorship and relocation assistance.

Job Location
New York, New York, United States
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular