Scientist I, Bioinformatics

Overview

Scientist I, Bioinformatics, leads the single-cell sequencing analysis platform at Iovance. The successful candidate may also be responsible for developing and implementing other data analysis pipelines for Next Generation Sequencing and other genomics applications as applied to autologous cell therapy.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Lead Bioinformatics analyses of single-cell RNA and TCR sequencing data related to the study of preclinical and clinical TIL products.
• Lead biological and immunological interpretation of single-cell data; summarize and present results with clear conclusions.
• Guide scientists on the design of next-generation sequencing experiments.
• Develop and implement data analysis pipelines for Next Generation Sequencing and other genomics applications, from raw instrument output to interpretable and publishable results. These include but are not limited to sequence alignment, variant calling differential expression analysis, and single-cell clustering.
• Contribute to publications at international conferences and in peer-reviewed journals.
• Maintain expertise in state-of-the-art NGS applications and Bioinformatics methods.

Required Education, Skills, and Knowledge

• D. degree in Bioinformatics, Biology, Immunology, Bioengineering, or relevant fields with 1+ years of experience.
• Fluent in Shell, R, and Python programming. Experience working on a Linux server either locally or on the cloud.
• Extensive hands-on experience in analyzing next-generation sequencing data on applications including but not limited to single-cell DNA and RNA sequencing, whole transcriptome and whole exome sequencing, targeted DNA and RNA sequencing, etc.
• Excellent problem-solving and collaboration skills.

Preferred Education, Skills, and Knowledge

• Deep knowledge of Immunology, especially T-cell biology.

The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to enable individuals to perform essential functions. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation.

Physical Demands and Activities Required

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to move about inside an office and exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Must have visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures, view a computer screen, and read extensively.
• This position requires repetitive motion, substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information.

Mental: Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem-solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines

Work Environment

This position will work in both an office and a laboratory setting. When in the lab, there may be a risk of exposure to hazardous or biological waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and/or disposal of contaminated areas and waste.

The statements contained in this document are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a colleague assigned to this description. They are not intended to constitute a comprehensive list of functions, duties, or local variances. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

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