Project Appointment Researcher - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Summary

As a Project Appointment Researcher, you will be on a temporary assignment at MCW for the purposes of acquiring a new research skill/s or technique (similar to a sabbatical).

Primary Responsibilities 

• Genomic Data Processing & Pipeline Execution: Assist with implementing/running new analyses (5'UTR; new CNV and splice algorithms) and managing the primary genome data processing pipelines.

• Sequencing Data Review: Review and process backlogged de novo data alongside incoming sequencing data from the University of Minnesota Genomics Center (UMGC).

• Data Management & Cost Optimization: Evaluate current storage footprints (e.g., archiving VCF files) to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Archive System Evaluation: Assess the feasibility of migrating infrequently accessed data over to the new, lower-cost Research Computing Center (RCC) data archive system.

• HPC Software Integration: Assist with the deployment and optimization of Golden Helix VarSeq software within the High-Performance Computing (HPC) environment.

• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

•    Biology, chemistry, mathematics, statistics, documentation, records management, data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills

Qualifications
 

Minimum Required Education: Master’s degree in a scientific or medical field
Minimum Required Experience: 0 years       
Preferred Education: Doctorate degree in a scientific or medical field         
 

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Why MCW?

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.

For a brief overview of our benefits see: Benefits Overview

For a full list of positions see: MCW Careers

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