Bioinformatics Coordinator

3 weeks ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

Job Summary

The Bioinformatics Coordinator will provide supervisory and technical support to the Bioinformatics group of the Genome Sequence Centre (GSC). The successful candidate will ensure that the day-to-day activities of a large scale, high throughput facility meet research, data analysis throughput and software development objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Bioinformatics Coordinator in the day-to-day activities of the Bioinformatics group by providing input on quantity and quality of work, making recommendations for improvements, workflow and procedures.
  • Coordinate projects of the Bioinformatics group by chairing project-specific meetings and providing project status reports to the Bioinformatics Coordinator, with suggestions towards any required improvement of project management, task allocation and overall process.
  • Develop and implement assays to monitor project progress and measure project accomplishments to ensure that appropriate project focus is maintained and to provide feedback to staff.
  • Provide supervisory support to the Bioinformatics group by orientating new staff, providing input to the Bioinformatics Coordinator on training requirements, and assigning workload assignments and establishing work schedules.
  • Review and establish work priorities and adjusting work schedules to ensure priorities are met.
  • Complete performance reviews and addressing performance issues in conjunction with the Production Coordinator.
  • Participate in the recruitment of staff through methods such as interviewing internal and external applicants and forwards hiring recommendations.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of quality improvement programs to ensure services are provided in the most efficient and effective way.

Requirements

  • Graduation from a recognized Bachelor's program in a related discipline such as Biochemistry, Genetics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or Physics.
  • A minimum of four (4) years of recent related experience including experience in computer programming and quantitative data analysis, handling biological sequence and/or mapping data, database development and data storage schemas or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience acceptable to the GSC Group Leaders.
  • Experience with computer operating systems such as Linux, UNIX.
  • Work with software such as C, C++, Perl, Matlab, MySQL.
  • Commitment to upholding the shared responsibility of creating lasting and meaningful reconciliation in Canada as per TRC and BC's Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act.
  • 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.).

What We Offer

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including municipal pension plan, and psychological health & safety programs and holistic wellness resources.
  • Annual statutory holidays (13) with generous vacation entitlement and accruement.
  • PHSA is a remote work friendly employer, welcoming flexible work options to support our people (eligibility may vary, depending on position).
  • Access to WorkPerks, a premium discount program offering a wide range of local and national discounts on electronics, entertainment, dining, travel, wellness, apparel, and more.


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job Title: Assistant Bioinformatics CoordinatorBC Cancer is seeking an experienced Assistant Bioinformatics Coordinator to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre. As a key member of our Bioinformatics group, you will provide supervisory and technical support to our team, ensuring that our day-to-day activities meet research, data analysis throughput,...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job Title: Assistant Bioinformatics CoordinatorBC Cancer is seeking an experienced Assistant Bioinformatics Coordinator to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre. As a key member of our Bioinformatics group, you will provide supervisory and technical support to our team, ensuring that our day-to-day activities meet research, data analysis throughput,...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job Title: Assistant Bioinformatics CoordinatorWe are seeking an experienced Assistant Bioinformatics Coordinator to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre. As a key member of our Bioinformatics group, you will provide supervisory and technical support to our team, ensuring that our day-to-day activities meet research, data analysis throughput, and...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job Title: Assistant Bioinformatics CoordinatorWe are seeking an experienced Assistant Bioinformatics Coordinator to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre. As a key member of our Bioinformatics group, you will provide supervisory and technical support to our team, ensuring that our day-to-day activities meet research, data analysis throughput, and...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job SummaryThe Assistant Bioinformatics Coordinator provides supervisory and technical support to the Bioinformatics group of the Genome Sequence Centre (GSC). Ensures that the day-to-day activities of a large scale, high throughput facility meet research, data analysis throughput and software development objectives.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Computational Biologist to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre (GSC). 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 ResponsibilitiesContribute to the development of...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Computational Biologist to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre (GSC). 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 ResponsibilitiesContribute to the development of...

  • Data Analysis Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job SummaryThe Bioinformatics Coordinator will provide supervisory and technical support to the Bioinformatics group of the Genome Sequence Centre (GSC). The successful candidate will ensure that the day-to-day activities of a large scale, high throughput facility meet research, data analysis throughput and software development objectives.Key...

  • Data Analysis Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    Job SummaryThe Bioinformatics Coordinator will provide supervisory and technical support to the Bioinformatics group of the Genome Sequence Centre (GSC). The successful candidate will ensure that the day-to-day activities of a large scale, high throughput facility meet research, data analysis throughput and software development objectives.Key...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    About the RoleWe 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 ResponsibilitiesContribute to the design, development,...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    About the RoleWe 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 ResponsibilitiesContribute to the design, development,...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Computational Biologist to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre. 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 ResponsibilitiesContribute to the design, development,...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada PHSA Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Computational Biologist to join our team at the Genome Sciences Centre. 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 ResponsibilitiesContribute to the design, development,...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    Staff - UnionJob CategoryCUPE 2950Job ProfileCUPE 2950 Salaried - Grad Student Support 3 (Gr8)Job TitleGraduate Student CoordinatorDepartmentAcademic | Bioinformatics | Michael Smith Laboratories | Faculty of ScienceCompensation Range$4, $5,102.00 CAD MonthlyPosting End DateAugust 29, 2024Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the Posting End...

  • Research Associate

    6 days ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    Research Associate position available in the Laksman Laboratory Division of Cardiology, Department of Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, to support research activities and develop grant applications. Job Category Faculty Non Bargaining Job Title Research Associate - Laksman Lab Department Laksman Laboratory Division of Cardiology | Department of...


  • Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    Staff - Non UnionJob CategoryNon Union Technicians and Research AssistantsJob ProfileNon Union Salaried - Research Assistant /Technician 4Job TitleResearch Data CoordinatorDepartmentResearch | Myers-Smith Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of ForestryCompensation Range$5, $6,124.46 CAD MonthlyPosting End DateAugust 7, 2024Note:...

  • Research Associate

    6 days ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    Job TitleResearch Associate - Laksman LabJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to join our team at the University of British Columbia. The successful candidate will support and work closely with Dr. Laksman in developing and managing research activities throughout the research project lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...

  • Research Associate

    5 days ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    Job TitleResearch Associate - Laksman LabJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to join our team at the University of British Columbia. The successful candidate will support and work closely with Dr. Laksman in developing and managing research activities throughout the research project lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...

  • Research Associate

    5 days ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada UBC Full time

    Job TitleResearch Associate - Laksman LabJob SummaryWe are seeking a highly skilled Research Associate to join our team at the University of British Columbia. The successful candidate will support and work closely with Dr. Laksman in developing and managing research activities throughout the research project lifecycle.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...

  • Research Associate

    4 days ago


    Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada The University of British Columbia Full time

    Job Title: Research Associate - Precision HealthWe are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Research Associate to join our team at the University of British Columbia. The successful candidate will contribute to the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of our Precision Health Initiative, a hospital-wide initiative that aims to improve...