Technical /research Support I
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**About Western**:
**About Us**:
With a strong focus on teaching, research and clinical service, the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine fully supports the mission and values of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, the London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care London. Our vision is to provide state-of-the-art diagnostic pathology services while achieving excellence in pathology research, training and education. The members of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine strive to provide a quality work environment that fosters unity, respect for diversity, teamwork and professional growth.
**Responsibilities**:
- The Technical/Research Support 1 will be responsible for carrying out research functions in collaboration with principal investigators, staff, and students. The incumbent will maintain equipment, order supplies, set up and conduct tests and experiments in adherence with prescribed procedures. The incumbent will maintain records, and analyze, summarize and compile data and results for dissemination in Dr. Art Poon's lab, the responsibilities are:
- Maintaining and improving source code for lab research projects
- Analyzing sequence data sets
- Writing documentation
- Participating in lab meetings, including "journal club" presentations
- Mentoring undergraduate students and other lab members
**Qualifications**:
**Education**:
- Undergraduate Degree in microbiology, pathology, biology or bioinformatics; Graduate Degree in a relevant discipline preferred.
**Experience**:
- Work experience supporting research in a related technical field is preferred but not mandatory.
Skills, Abilities & Expertise:
- At least two years of experience working with the Python and R scripting languages
- Basic skills working with a command line interface in Linux or other Unix-like operating systems
- Ability to use a remote shared computing environment
- Ability to write manuscripts and documentation with the LaTeX typesetting language
- Ability to use a version control system, e.g., git, for tracking source code.
- Familiarity with basic concepts in virus evolution and the diversity of virus genomes
- Personable and courteous in working relationships with colleagues, students and the public
- Ability to collect and analyze data in an objective manner
- Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve issues
- Ability to work independently and effectively as a member of the team to achieve department goals
**Why Western?**:
Consideration of applicants will include an assessment of previous performance, experience, and qualifications. Applicants should have oral communication skills in English.
**Western Values Diversity**:
**Please Note**:
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
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