Research and Development:
Bioinformatics Scientist/Engineer
Develops gene discovery algorithms
for integrating sequence-based/functional knowledge about genes to
help scientists analyze and interpret gene-expression
data. Analyzes DNA information and identifies opportunities and needs
for innovative solutions for the analysis and management of biological
data in relevant databases. Assists in the development of software
and custom scripts to automate data retrieval, manipulation, and analysis;
application of statistics, and visualization tools. May mange some
of
the processes involved in database design, interface design, and information
processing.
Requires MS or PhD in Bioinformatics, Statistics, Biochemistry, Mathematics,
Molecular Biology or Computer Science, Computational Chemistry, or related
field and 1-4 years of industry experience.
Proficiency in programming languages like C/C++, Perl, SQL, HTML, and
JAVA and knowledge of mixed operating systems environments (e.g.
UNIX, Windows
NT, Sybase, Oracle etc.) is required.
Approximate Salary Range: $75,000
- $85,000
Approximate Senior Salary Range: $85,000 - $100,000
Bioinformatics Analyst/Programmer
Designs and develops software, databases,
and interfaces for analyzing and manipulating genomic databases. Collaborates
with Production to develop
high throughput data processing and analysis capability, design and
implement data queries, novel algorithms and/or visualization techniques.
Maintains
large-scale DNA databases and prepares data for utilization by other
scientists. Monitors new data from public databases and cleans loaded
data to satisfy quality control criteria. Works with the entire life
science team to diagnose and fix issues with bioinformatics software.
Provides direct technical and scientific customer support and helps
guide, implement and maintain further improvements to Bioinformatics
software.
Requires an MS/PhD or equivalent experience in Molecular
or Computational Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics/Statistics, Bioinformatics,
or
related field and 1-3 years' experience developing computational
biology applications.
Fluency in at least one of the following: C/C++,
Perl, SQL, HTML,
and JAVA and a working knowledge of relational databases and system
administration
is preferred.
Approximate Salary Range: $60,000 to $100,000
Vice President of Research and Development
Develops operating plan and
develops strategic objectives that support the company's research and
development strategies. Determines overall organizational
structure and allocations of managerial responsibilities. Provides leadership
to direct others in solving complex problems. Reviews and approves all
major projects. Exercises authority to implement and initiate projects.
Participates with senior management in developing and establishing organizational
and company policies. Receives strategic guidance only. Make final decisions
on administrative and operational matters. Directs all major functions
and activities within the research area. Integrates these functions and
activities with those of other major organizations. Has demonstrated
management and strategic planning skills.
Requires a PhD in a scientific
discipline and 15 years' management experience.
Approximate Salary Range: $175,000+
Scientific Director
Responsible for directing the activities of multiple
sections or an entire program area in the research department through
subordinate managers. Undertakes
long-term and short-term planning and supervision of projects that require
interaction with business and manufacturing units. Makes decisions on
work programs and monitors project and program costs. May conduct and
collaborate
with others on basic research relevant to long-term objectives and concerns.
Collaborates on patent applications and manuscripts for publication.
Develops strategies to ensure effective achievement of scientific/business
objectives.
Monitors and evaluates completion of tasks and projects. Develops budgets
for capital expenditures, labor and contracts. Makes final decision on
administrative or operational matters.
Requires a PhD in a scientific
discipline and a minimum of 12 years' experience in a research environment.
Approximate Salary Range: $120,000
- $175,000
Associate Scientific Director
Responsible for planning, coordinating
and managing the activities of one or more sections or projects in
the research department. Undertakes
long-term
and short-term planning and supervision of projects, which generally
require interaction with business and manufacturing units. Makes
decisions on work
programs and monitors project and program costs. May conduct and collaborate
with others on basic research relevant to long-term objectives and
concerns. Collaborates on patent applications and manuscripts for publication.
Develops tactics to ensure effective achievement of scientific/business
objectives.
Monitors and evaluates completion of tasks and projects. Assists in
developing
budgets for capital expenditures, labor and contracts.
Requires a PhD
in a scientific discipline and a minimum of 10 years' experience in
a research environment.
Approximate Salary Range $99,000 - $143,000
Principal
Investigator
Initiates, directs and executes scientific research
and development that is critical to corporate strategies and image.
Investigates the feasibility
of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential
inventions, products and problems. Makes major contributions to the scientific
direction of the company including initiation of research that may lead
to major new programs. Participates in development of patentable technology.
May be responsible for management and professional development of research
group. Plans and executes laboratory research. Maintains broad knowledge
of state-of-the-art principles and theory. Makes important contributions
to scientific literature and conferences.
Requires a PhD in a scientific
discipline and a minimum of 10 years' experience in a research environment.
Expert knowledge of scientific
principles and
concepts is also required.
Approximate Salary Range: $99,000 - $132,000
Senior Scientist
Initiates, directs and executes scientific research
and development that is critical to corporate strategies and image.
Investigates the feasibility
of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to
potential inventions, projects and problems. Plans and executes laboratory
research.
Maintains a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theory.
Makes major contributions to scientific literature and conferences.
Acts as spokesperson on corporate research and development. Participates
in
development of patent applications. May be responsible for management
and professional development of research group
Requires a PhD in a
scientific discipline and a minimum of 5-10 years' experience or MS
with 8-10 years' experience in a research environment.
Approximate Salary
Range: $85,000 - $100,000
Scientist I
Designs, implements and executes scientific research
and development projects in collaboration with a larger research team.
Investigates the feasibility of applying a variety of scientific principles
and concepts to potential inventions and products. Demonstrates potential
for technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with
others and independent thought. May coordinate interdepartmental activities
and research efforts. Contributes to scientific literature and conferences.
Projects require substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles
and theories in area of expertise. Uses professional concepts and procedures
to solve a wide range of difficult scientific problems in imaginative
ways. Provides scientific guidance and training to more junior staff.
May directly supervise one or more members of research group.
Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and a minimum
of 0-2 years' experience or MS with 8-10 years' experience in a research
environment.
Approximate Salary Range: $60,000 - $85,000
Scientist II
Responsible for the initiation, design, development, execution
and implementation of scientific research projects in collaboration
with others, that are
critical to corporate strategies and image. Investigates the feasibility
of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and concepts to potential
inventions and projects. Serves as in-house and outside consultant. Participates
in development of patent applications. May manage and be responsible
for professional development of research group. May coordinate interdepartmental
activities and research efforts. Contributes to scientific literature
and
conferences. Projects require expert and extensive knowledge of state-of-the-art
principles and theories in area of expertise. may act as project leader.
Requires a PhD in a scientific discipline and a minimum of 2-5 years'
experience or MS with 8-10 years' experience in a research environment.
Approximate Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000
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