Bioinformatics Programmer

Company: MilliporeSigma
Location: Rockville
Posted on: January 13, 2022

Job Description:

MilliporeSigma is hiring a Bioinformatics Programmer at their Rockville, MD location
A career with MilliporeSigma is an ongoing journey of discovery: our 58,000 people are shaping how the world lives, works and plays through next generation advancements in Healthcare, Life Science and Electronics. For more than 350 years and across the world we have passionately pursued our curiosity to find novel and vibrant ways of enhancing the lives of others. MilliporeSigma is a business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

Job Requirements:
Your Role:
At MilliporeSigma, as a Bioinformatics Programmer within the Scientific Computing/Bioinformatics group in our Rockville Maryland facility, your role is to design, develop and implement software applications to support the full range of genomics service offerings. This is NOT a traditional Software Engineering role. It involves writing complex, science-related interfaces, tools, and workflows, but generally does not include scientific work such as method development, validation, or data analysis. This role presents an excellent opportunity for someone looking to transition from research science into full-time professional software development while still leveraging a scientific background
Your primary responsibilities will be to provide core computational/application development and technical (programming/pipeline development) functions supporting a range of genomics-based (e.g. next generation) testing services. You will liaise closely with management and the bioinformatics and software engineering/IT teams and end users (including support staff) to understand needs and requirements to aid in software development. You will be expected to lead by example and work collaboratively to advance the application of NGS in the field of biosafety testing.
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in information technologies, computer science/programming with 2+ years' work experience
OR
Bachelor's degree in information technologies, computer science/programming with 5+ years' work experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Developing, maintaining apps written in Python/Perl.
Experience in a Researching environment
Experience in software development preferably in a Linux environment.
Experience in progressive web app development with at least one modern JavaScript framework (e.g., Angular, React, Vue)
Understanding of web design principles and best practices with solid understanding of information architecture, navigation, and usability principles
Experience with object-oriented design, template engines for creating responsive UI design using HTML5 and CSS3,
Experience with Node JS including npm, JavaScript (including ES6/ES2015), Rest APIs(Express.js or similar) and build tools like eslint, Babel, webpack or similar.
Experience with Unit testing (e.g., Jest or similar) and Automated web app testing (e.g., Selenium or similar)
Proficiency in using Linux command line.
Experience working with software version control systems (git/bitbucket preferred)
Oral and written communication skills including drafting standard operating procedures, user requirements, design specifications, software lifecycle documentation etc.
Ability to work under minimal supervision with excellent time management
Ability to handle multiple high-complexity projects simultaneously
RSRMS
What we offer: -With us, there are always opportunities to break new ground. We empower you to fulfil your ambitions, and our diverse businesses offer various career moves to seek new horizons. We trust you with responsibility early on and support you to draw your own career map that is responsive to your aspirations and priorities in life. Join us and bring your curiosity to life!
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. - This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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