Clinical Genomics Specialist

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Bioinformatics Analyst to join our team at the PHSA. As a key member of our bioinformatics team, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of clinical bioinformatics pipelines and related databases.

Key Responsibilities
  • Contribute to the design, development, implementation, validation, running, and maintenance of clinical bioinformatics pipelines and related databases.
  • Contribute to the incorporation of third-party software into clinical bioinformatics pipelines, including identifying candidate software, comparing software candidates, determining optimal parameters, developing interfaces, and validating integration.
  • Participate in the development of novel software solutions, as directed by the Assistant Bioinformatics Coordinator or Clinical Bioinformatics Coordinator.
  • Participate in peer code review.
  • Contribute to writing and updating official procedures and other documentation related to clinical bioinformatics pipelines.
Requirements
  • Graduation from a recognized Bachelor of Applied Science or Bachelor of Science Program in either Biological Sciences or Computer Science.
  • Two (2) years of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience acceptable to the GSC Group Leaders.
  • Skill with Python or other similar high-level languages.
  • Functional knowledge of distributed version control systems, such as Git.
  • Demonstrated ability in R or other similar statistical programming languages.
  • Familiarity with relational databases, such as PostgreSQL, and with ORMs.
  • Ability to program and run analyses in a production environment.
  • Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC (2015) and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (2019).
  • Knowledge of social, economic, political, and historical realities impacting indigenous communities and familiarity with Indigenous Cultural Safety and anti-racism and accompanying reports (BC DRIPA, TRC, etc.).
About Us

The PHSA is a provincial health services authority that plans, manages, and evaluates specialized health services with the BC health authorities to provide equitable and cost-effective health care for people throughout the province. Our values reflect our commitment to excellence and include: Respect people – Be compassionate – Dare to innovate – Cultivate partnerships – Serve with purpose.

We are committed to employment equity, encouraging all qualified individuals to apply. We recognize that our ability to provide the best care for our diverse patient populations relies on a rich diversity of skills, knowledge, background, and experience, and value a safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment.


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