Bioinformatician / data scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Nelson Scientific Labs seeks a bioinformatician / data scientist with a strong background in biological sciences to support

big data analyses using statistical and bioinformatics approaches, prediction model-building in compliance with FDA

biomarker qualification guidelines for our federally funded biomedical research projects. The successful candidate holds a

Phd in bioinformatics, biostatistics, computational biology, computer science, or closely related discipline.

The successful candidate also brings a sincere desire to learn, adapt to new challenges, and develop novel approaches to

harmonizing multiple large datasets used in medical device research and development. This position requires the

incumbent have the ability to work independently or as part of a multi- disciplinary team as well as a solid programming

and analytical skill set, which includes competencies in R, Python, and database applications. Previous experience with

analysis of multi-omics data including metabolomics, lipidomics, proteomics, and / or transcriptomics is highly desirable.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Develop and maintain an integrated, R / Python-based analytical pipeline based around instrument manufacturers

software and / or from publicly available resources, and / or de novo, for processing raw data (peak alignment,

Conduct and develop detailed reports on advanced and innovative multi-omics data analyses to support

Use of pathway databases such as METLIN Gen2 and KEGG pathway and compound to test hypotheses, identify

Implement machine learning and AI tools for the analysis and integration of multi-omics data including

Develop documentation for FDA reporting

Required Qualifications Experience :

Phd from an accredited program in bioinformatics, biostatistics, or another closely related field.

Experience with analyzing multi-dimensional omics data

Experience with R / BioConductor

Familiarity with FDA in vitro diagnostic device software regulatory guidelines

Demonstrated track-record of supporting data science research

Strong written and oral communication skills

Preferred Qualifications Experience :

Grant- and / or contract-writing participation at the state and federal levels

Experience in building and maintaining databases and statistical analysis plans and workflows

Working at Nelson :

The long-term mission of Nelson Scientific Labs. LLC is to leverage state of the art molecular phenotyping technologies

for biomarker development to facilitate personalized medicine approaches. The new NIH award focuses on multi-omics-

based biomarker device development for prediction of radiation induced heart dysfunction.

Job Type : Full-time

Schedule : Monday-Friday

Work Location : Potomac, MD (on-site)

Eligibility : The candidate should be a Permanent Resident or Citizen of the United States of America.

Ability to relocate : Willingness to relocate before start (if required)

Travel : This position may involve occasional travel up to 5%

Interested candidates should send their resume and cover letter to info@nelsonscilabs.com

Nelson Scientific Labs. LLC is e-verified and an equal opportunity employer.