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Form of workThe Haim Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology is seeking a Research Assistant with experience in bioinformatics to work on exciting NIH-funded project focused on understanding the paths of HIV-1 escape from therapeutics. This project constitutes part of the Haim lab efforts toward design of molecular and computational tools to personalize antiviral treatments for HIV-infected individuals. The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team composed of molecular biologists, statisticians, and computer scientists. The position entails analysis of next generation sequencing data generated in the lab from HIV-infected cultures as well as data collected from HIV-infected individuals. The position also entails analysis of large genomic datasets from public repositories.
Duties to Include:
- Analyze RNA-seq data generated in the lab as well as data collected from public repositories.
- Generate pipelines to streamline analysis of the sequence data.
- Collaborate with other lab members to analyze the data.
- Assist in the analysis and interpretation of experiments.
- Perform library and online research on specified topics for use in experimentation.
- Perform experimental studies based on given hypotheses and goals; evaluate and record outcomes of experiments based on hypotheses and goals and submit for investigator's inspection.
- Complete work within specified time guidelines; discuss progress and any problems as needed.
- Present research progress at laboratory and journal club meetings.
- Assist in the preparation of manuscripts and grants by organizing data and preparing images, figures, and tables as directed.
- Assist in maintaining accurate records of laboratory databases.
Percent of Time: 100%
Type of Position: Specified Term/One Year
Pay Grade: 3A https://hr.uiowa.edu/professional-pay/compensation-plan-structure-a-FY18
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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Required Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Biology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience working with next generation sequencing data
- Experience in gathering, recording and analyzing large-scale sequence data.
- Excellent coding skills in Python.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in data analysis and presentation software, such as Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
Desirable Qualifications:
- Prior experience in processing and analysis of RNA-seq data.
- Prior experience in use of machine learning tools.
Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume or CV (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check.. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
to learn more about this position contact anne-phillips@uiowa.edu.
- Classification Title: Research Assistant
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
- Pay Level: 3A
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Anne Beyerink
- Contact Email: anne-phillips@uiowa.edu
