‘Job Posting: Non-Faculty’
Job Opportunity: Technology Development Specialist Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Office, NIAID
Sep. 10, 2013—The technology development specialist will be responsible for advising on and performing the full range of support services that facilitate the transfer of new technologies and research materials, particularly to the private sector, for further research or commercial development as appropriate. The specialist provides advice, guidance, and assistance to NIAID staff on issues relating to...
Job Opportunity: Research Scientist in Medical Informatics
Sep. 10, 2013—Research Scientist in Medical InformaticsKaiser Permanente Northern California, Oakland, CA Position Description:The Division of Research (DOR) of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. (Kaiser Permanente Northern California, KPNC) seeks to recruit an expert in medical informatics with research experience to (1) help lead the development and implementation of the DOR’s strategic agenda for informatics, and (2)...
Tennessee Governor’s Fellowship
Sep. 5, 2013—The gifted and highly-motivated fellows are awarded the unique opportunity to spend two years working full-time for senior and top-ranking government officials. After spending six months on initial statewide projects, fellows are assigned to one of Tennessee’s twenty-two state departments, where they will serve directly under the respective commissioner. Fellows also participate in an eighteen-month...
Job Opportunity: Journals Assistant Editor
Aug. 13, 2013—Journals Assistant Editor GENETICS and G3: Genes|Genomes|Genetics, the journals of the Genetics Society of America, are seeking a Journals’ Assistant Editor to work with the Editors-in-Chief (EiCs), Senior Editors and the Executive Editor to fulfill our mission to identify and communicate significant discoveries and advances in genetics. The Journals’ Assistant Editor will be an integral part of our editorial team,...
Job Opportunity: GSA Communications & Engagement Manager
Aug. 13, 2013—GSA recruiting Communications and Engagement Manager The Genetics Society of America (GSA) is seeking a forward-looking scientist to develop and implement the Society’s communications strategies. This new position will expand and enhance GSA’s communications activities and involve the genetics community more closely in the work of the Society. The ideal candidate will combine a...
Job Opportunity: Science Policy with FASEB
Aug. 9, 2013—The individual will track legislative and policy developments affecting FASEB member societies, draft congressional and membership correspondence, position papers and testimony, support the Director of Legislative Relations and Director of Public Affairs, represent FASEB and its member societies in meetings on Capitol Hill and with other coalition partners, and arrange and staff meetings for FASEB...
Job Opportunity: Data Scientist, NextGxDx, Nashville, TN
Aug. 7, 2013—Data Scientist NextGxDx provides an online genetic testing marketplace that offers healthcare professionals and hospitals the ability to access up-to-date listings of all genetic tests from CLIA-certified laboratories, view pertinent information about each test, order tests online, and manage results electronically within the HIPAA-compliant portal. By providing clinicians with a one-stop-shop to search, compare and order genetic tests, NextGxDx reduces the time and costs associated with the ordering of genetic tests. For more information, visit www.NextGxDx.com. NextGxDx is seeking a data scientist to grow our bioinformatics infrastructure and support our online genetic testing marketplace. This individual would be directly involved in the construction and development of new and exciting data products that are directly tied to the company’s central mission of helping clinicians find the appropriate genetic test for their patient. The informatics department at NextGxDx is highly collaborative and innovative, and this individual will work closely with our IT department on the rapid acceleration and deployment of our key data assets. The ideal candidate would be someone who is excited by large, complicated, cumbersome datasets and enjoys creatively molding them into a meaningful format. NextGxDx is looking for an individual who possesses the following qualities: -Seeking a career in data science, data analysis, or a related discipline. -Experience with handling, manipulating, and managing large datasets. -Able to rapidly learn new technologies and implement them on the fly. -Has significant scientific or medical experience. -Significant experience with JavaScript, python, or other programming languages. -Possesses a master’s or PhD in a scientific discipline relevant to genetics. -Highly collaborative and open to new ideas. -Works well in a team environment. -Highly creative. Responsibilities: -Seeking out and adding new data sources into our data infrastructure. -Extending the utility of our data pipeline using new or custom data tools. -Brainstorming and evolving new data products with the Scientific Director and other company managers. -Supporting and extending the data processing infrastructure with proprietary and open source tools. -Development and implementation of new data products with the Scientific Director. This position is full time and headquartered at our facility in Franklin, TN. Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience. This position reports directly to the Scientific Director, Dr. Jud Schneider. To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@nextgxdx.com.
Job Opportunity: Academic Administration, Nashville State Community College
Jul. 20, 2013—Academic year appointment. This division includes programs in mathematics, biology, chemistry, and physics. A Masters degree or Doctorate in appropriate field; administrative/supervisory experience; and teaching experience, preferably at the college level, are required. Experience with word processing, databases and presentation software used in academic administration required. Summer employment at no less than 75% is guaranteed and...
Job Opportunity: Program manager at HHMI
Jul. 19, 2013—The SPM is responsible for managing the Graduate and Undergraduate Scholar Programs as well as providing scientific education and mentoring. In this key position, the SPM recruits undergraduate and graduate students, publicizes the programs, evaluates candidates, manages the admission process, establishes relationships and maintains communication with partner universities, oversees program budgets, and tracks student progress. The SPM...