Computational Data Analyst - McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics **Location:** Texas Medical Center-Houston, Texas **Hot** **Category:** Information Technology UTHealth Houston School of Biomedical Informatics Requisition #: 240002Z8 **What we do here changes the world.** UTHealth Houston is Texas’ resource for healthcare education, innovation, scientific discovery, and excellence in patient care. That’s where you come in. **We are hiring immediately for a Computational Data Analyst to join the UTHealth McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics in Houston, TX 77030. In this role, you will independently conduct research data analysis in the areas of complex disease genetics, genomics, machine learning, and bioinformatics. You will also develop analytical pipelines or computational methods, process, analyze & interpret data, and assist with research coordination. The ideal candidate for this role will have at least 2 years of experience with computer programming as well as knowledge of bioinformatics and machine learning.** **Once you join us you won't want to leave.** It’s because we reward our team for the excellent service they provide. Our total rewards package includes the benefits you’d expect from a top healthcare organization (benefits, insurance, etc.), plus: + 100% paid medical premiums for our full-time employees + Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, both vacation and sick time – all of which equates to around 37-38 days per year) + The longer you stay, the more vacation you’ll accrue! + Longevity Pay (Monthly payments after two years of service) + Build your future with our awesome retirement/pension plan! **We take care of our employees!** As a world-renowned institution, our employees’ wellbeing is important to us. We offer work/life services such as... + Free financial and legal counseling + Free mental health counseling services + Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs + Other employee discounts including entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc. + Resources for child and elder care + Plus many more! **Position Summary:** Under the supervision of senior personnel, this position is responsible for conducting research data analysis in the areas of complex disease genetics, genomics, machine learning, and bioinformatics. **Position Key Accountabilities:** + Conducts research data analysis in complex disease genetics, genomics, machine learning, and bioinformatics. + Collects and manages data from different sources and develops analytical pipelines and computational methods. + Process and analyze data to derive meaningful insights, interpret the results and effectively communicate findings. + Coordinates various research projects and ensure established timelines are met. + Assists with grant proposal development and manuscript writing. + Assists with preparing results for a written paper for publication, in a presentation at a meeting, or through personal contact with faculty members and other researchers. + Manages research protocols and computational codes. + Manages Human Resources activities of department in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, professional development, mentoring, counseling, performance evaluations, and salary planning. + Performs other duties as assigned. **Certification/Skills:** + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Familiar with at least one computer programming language. + Knowledge and skills in genomic data analysis. + Strong attention to detail, accuracy, scientific professionalism, and deadlines. **Minimum Education:** + Bachelor's Degree in genetics, statistics, bioinformatics or related field required **Minimum Experience:** + 1 year in bioinformatics, genomics, or a related biomedical data analysis, including single-cell sequencing required **Physical Requirements:** Exerts up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently and/or a negligible amount constantly to move objects. **Security Sensitive:** Security Sensitive: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215 **Residency Requirement:** Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas. If you are looking for a great healthcare career in Houston, visithttp://go.uth.edu/careers! **University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth)** Established in 1972 by The University of Texas System Board of Regents, The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) is Houston’s Health University and Texas’ resource for health care education, innovation, scientific discovery and excellence in patient care. The most comprehensive academic health center in the UT System and the U.S. Gulf Coast region, UTHealth Houston is home to schools of biomedical informatics, biomedical sciences, dentistry, nursing and public health and the John P. and Kathrine G. McGovern Medical School. UTHealth Houston includes The University of Texas Harris County Psychiatric Center, as well as the growing clinical practices UT Physicians, UT Dentists and UT Health Services. The university’s primary teaching hospitals are Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center, Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital and Harris Health Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital. **UTHealth Benefits** UTHealth Houston offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package. For more information on our benefits programs please refer to the UTHealth Houston Office of Benefits Website. https://www.uth.edu/benefits/ **Equal Employment Opportunity Statement** UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law or university policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy. The University maintains affirmative action programs with respect to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and eligible veterans in accordance with applicable law. UTHealthHoustonhas adopted a policy consistent with CMS regulations to protect our patients and university community from exposure to COVID-19. This policy affects all employees, residents, fellows, students, contractors, new hires, visiting scholars program participants, adjunct faculty, and volunteers who work, train, or collaborate at the John S. Dunn Behavioral Science Center. In addition, all UTHealthHouston​​​​​​​employees who are assigned to work at a location that is subject to the affiliated partner’s hospital, clinical offices, or agency are required to abide by UTHealth’sHoustonrules and regulations, as well as the affiliate’s rules and regulations, including COVID-19 vaccination and safety requirements. Work location is based on the needs of the department and may be adjusted.