Dana-Farber - Center for Cancer Computational Biology

MAC · 03-23-2010, 09:11 AM

JOB TITLE: Bioinformatics Engineer II

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Design and implement next generation, multi-tier Java/J2EE software applications to support genomic research. Familiarity with a wide range of existing databases and tools, and familiarity with principles of experimental design and modern data analysis paradigms are required, and excellent interpersonal skills.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Design, develop, and implement multi-tier software applications to support genomic research
- Work with project managers and the development team to design use cases, write functional specifications, and development timelines and milestones
- Evaluate existing and emerging technologies to help select the most suitable tools for the tasks at hand
- As a member of the development team, work to establish best practices for all phases of the application development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, release, and maintenance
- Write technical documentation and tutorials

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

5-10 years experience and bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related scientific field.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

- Extensive experience with Java technologies/frameworks for multi-tier application development such as Spring, Hibernate, J2EE, Struts
- Familiarity with a wide range of biological databases and resources, including, but not limited to GenBank, EnsEMBL, the UCSC genome browser, Reactome, and other similar resources.
- Familiarity with genomic technologies and their applications, including experimental design considerations.
- Authentication frameworks/application security
- Experience with data-intensive hosted applications
- Expertise with database design and implementation desirable
- Skilled in both Windows/Unix environments
- SVN and best practices around source code control
- Ability to work in fast paced, agile development environment
- Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures of software development
- Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and people skills.
- Experience with high-performance computing desirable

To view the full listing and to apply, please visit our website:
www.danafarber.com

Job ID: 19687

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03-23-2010, 09:11 AM	#1
MAC Junior Member Location: boston Join Date: Mar 2010 Posts: 1	Dana-Farber - Center for Cancer Computational Biology JOB TITLE: Bioinformatics Engineer II GENERAL SUMMARY: Design and implement next generation, multi-tier Java/J2EE software applications to support genomic research. Familiarity with a wide range of existing databases and tools, and familiarity with principles of experimental design and modern data analysis paradigms are required, and excellent interpersonal skills. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design, develop, and implement multi-tier software applications to support genomic research - Work with project managers and the development team to design use cases, write functional specifications, and development timelines and milestones - Evaluate existing and emerging technologies to help select the most suitable tools for the tasks at hand - As a member of the development team, work to establish best practices for all phases of the application development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, release, and maintenance - Write technical documentation and tutorials MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS: 5-10 years experience and bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related scientific field. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: - Extensive experience with Java technologies/frameworks for multi-tier application development such as Spring, Hibernate, J2EE, Struts - Familiarity with a wide range of biological databases and resources, including, but not limited to GenBank, EnsEMBL, the UCSC genome browser, Reactome, and other similar resources. - Familiarity with genomic technologies and their applications, including experimental design considerations. - Authentication frameworks/application security - Experience with data-intensive hosted applications - Expertise with database design and implementation desirable - Skilled in both Windows/Unix environments - SVN and best practices around source code control - Ability to work in fast paced, agile development environment - Knowledge of standard concepts, practices, and procedures of software development - Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and people skills. - Experience with high-performance computing desirable To view the full listing and to apply, please visit our website: www.danafarber.com Job ID: 19687