Bioinformatics Assistant
Regents of the University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN · HybridFull-time$20–30/hrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The University of Minnesota Genomics Center seeks a bioinformatics analyst to support genomics services for university researchers, clinicians, and external scientists. The role spans operations, development, and research, including analysis of genomic datasets, support for service development, and maintenance of informatics infrastructure. The position also involves grant applications and scientific publishing.
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Job ID376823
LocationTwin Cities
Job FamilySupplemental Employee
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Job Code0008
Employee ClassCivil Service
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About the Job
The University of Minnesota Genomics Center is hiring a skilled and experienced bioinformatics analyst to support the cutting-edge genomics services the Genomics Center provides to researchers and clinicians at the University of Minnesota, and to external academic and industry scientists.
We seek a bioinformatician with broad software and analytical skills to join the University of Minnesota Genomics Center. This new position will include roles in our Operations, Development, and Research groups. The position will require the running, maintaining, and troubleshooting of specialized databases and software necessary to analyze data, as well as involvement in grant application and scientific publishing.
Job Responsibilities
65% Analyze Genomic Datasets
Processing of sequence data from Illumina, Pacific Biosciences, and Oxford Nanopore instruments
Investigating data quality issues
Analysis of single-cell and spatial datasets
Meet with customers to assist with experimental design, troubleshooting, and results interpretation
20% Assist the Development and Research groups with improving services, developing new services, analysis and interpretation of research project datasets
Analyze datasets to assist with optimizing laboratory methods.
Serve as the primary bioinformatics resource for the Genomics Center's Innovation Lab
15% Assist with the maintenance and development of the Genomics Center's informatics infrastructure
Assist with data management
Assist with analysis pipeline development
Assist with computer system management
Remain up to date on developments in the field
The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Requires advanced degree with at least 6 years of experience or terminal degree plus at least 3 years of experience.
Experience developing and executing analysis workflows for high-throughput sequence data.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds.
About the Department
The University of Minnesota Genomics Center exists to advance the use of genomics and achieves this mission by acquiring state-of-the-art instrumentation and offering an array of complete services, including sequencing, Next-generation Sequencing, long-read sequencing, expression analysis, genotyping, epigenomics, single-cell genomics, metagenomics, as well as related support services such as nucleic acid extraction and quality control. We strive to keep pace with the ever-broadening world of "omics" technologies and to expand our role at the University and the wider biotech community.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $20.00-$30.00 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience.
Work Profile: This position has been designated as work Profile 3: Mostly Remote. The employee is expected to typically work in the office at least 3 days per week.
Retirement plan options are available for Civil Service, Faculty, Labor-Represented, Professional & Administrative, and Temp Casual classifications. Learn more about retirement plans.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [email protected].
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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor Degree
Minimum Experience Required
6 - 20 years
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55455
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
376823
Job Benefits
Not specified
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