Bioinformatics Software Engineer Jobs in Arizona

Senior Software Engineer
Posting Number
req26283
Department
Pharmacy Practice and Science
Department Website Link
https://www.pharmacy.arizona.edu/departments-directory/pharmacy-practice-science-department
Location
Tucson Campus
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is seeking an experienced and high-performing Senior Software Engineer with a strong background in software engineering and bioinformatics, along with enthusiasm for working with a mid-sized academic team to develop optimized software and workflows for genomic and proteomic data analysis. The selected candidate will lead development efforts for both high-performance command line analysis software and cloud-based web services.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities

• Design novel algorithms, software, and data management architectures for cutting-edge, large-scale genomics and molecular dynamics research, setting technical direction across command-line tools and cloud-based services.
• Establish software engineering standards, including testing, continuous integration, and release management, and drive their adoption across the group's projects.
• Mentor and train junior software engineers and student researchers.
• Author the technical content of grant proposals and advise on research funding strategy.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of optimized software development in Rust or similar low-level language.
• Knowledge of Python for data management and analysis.
• Knowledge of Linux, HPC, and cloud environments.
• Skills in developing server-side / cloud solutions,
• Ability to communicate effectively in both technical and non-technical contexts.
• Ability to mentor junior software engineers.

This job posting reflects the general nature and level of work expected of the selected candidate(s). It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The institution reserves the right to amend or update this description as organizational priorities and institutional needs evolve.
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with bioinformatic (genomic) data analysis and related analysis topics.

FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Research
Benefits Eligible
Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
$117,883 - $153,248
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Grade
13
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
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Career Stream and Level
PC4
Job Family
Research Engineering
Job Function
Research
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Travis Wheeler twheeler@arizona.edu
Open Date
6/16/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Resume, Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
As your additional document, please provide the contact information for 2 references with the submission of application.
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