About the role
%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EPerform professional work in support of scientific research using technical knowledge of software, software development, networking, and/or hardware in a complex computing environment. Subject matter expert in multiple areas of computing technology, and specific knowledge of molecular biology and genetics. Works collaboratively with Principal Investigator (%22PI%22) to determine the most suitable computational methods and tools to analyze large-scale biological data sets. Prepare reports for presentation or publication. Responsible for assisting PI in meeting the system needs for multiple research projects and/or labs.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3EThe Levi Laboratory seeks a skilled Computational Biologist I to advance cutting-edge research in musculoskeletal trauma and biology through innovative computational approaches. This role focuses on developing computational models of musculoskeletal injury, repair and regeneration using purely computational methods. As a Computational Biologist I, you will drive critical research initiatives by analyzing complex biological datasets and developing sophisticated computational workflows. You%27ll work at the intersection of molecular biology, genetics, and advanced computing technologies to uncover insights into musculoskeletal trauma and healing processes.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Analyze transcriptomic, single-cell, spatial, metabolomics, proteomics, imaging, and other high-dimensional biological datasets.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Build reproducible Python and R workflows for preprocessing, statistical analysis, visualization, interpretation, and reporting.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Develop predictive, machine learning/AI, and computer vision approaches for wound healing, trauma response, and tissue analysis.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Manage laboratory computing infrastructure, including hardware, software, high-performance computing, cloud/server workflows, databases, data management, and network troubleshooting.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Support wet-lab workflows, including animal handling, small animal procedures, histology, immunofluorescence imaging, CyTOF, flow cytometry, and mammalian cell culture.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Document methods, prepare reports and presentations, contribute to publications, train lab staff on research systems, and collaborate with the PI, lab members, and external collaborators.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Recommend and test new systems as needed; perform other duties as assigned.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe ideal candidate will have strong R and Python skills, experience with transcriptomic analysis, statistics, visualization, data management, and biological interpretation. %26nbsp;Knowledge of molecular biology, genetics, or a related biological science. %26nbsp;Additionally, famialiaity with high=performance computing and research computing infrastructure. %26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EThe following skills are preferred:%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Experience with single-cell RNA-seq, bulk RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics, metabolomics, proteomics, machine learning/AI, computer vision, cloud computing, and workflow management.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E- Wet-lab experience in animal models, histology, cell biology, or molecular cell biology.%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EMaster%27s Degree In Computer Science or a related field of biological science or%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3EBachelor%27s Degree In Computer Science or a related field of biological science%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E2 years Related research experience in bioinformatics and computational biology with Bachelor%27s Degree%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EManage research laboratory computer hardware and software programming and maintenance. Ensure existing systems meet the continuing needs of the lab and/or recommend and test new systems as necessary.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform complex data analysis related to specialized research methodologies and results as assigned by the PI.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDevelop and/or modify software to support new and ongoing research projects.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EResolve hardware, software, and network issues in support of the lab.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EDevelop and maintain complex databases to support new and ongoing research projects.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETrain laboratory staff in the use of pertinent research systems.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EMay specialize in bioinformatics, software development, network administration, or hardware/software maintenance.%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESecurity%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEEO%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E
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