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Environmental Forensics professionals spend their days conducting site investigations, collecting and analyzing environmental samples, reviewing historical data, and preparing technical reports. They often work both in the field and in laboratories, using advanced scientific equipment to track pollutant sources and transport pathways. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including engineers, legal experts, and regulatory agencies—is common to ensure comprehensive evaluations. These professionals may also provide expert testimony in legal cases or support regulatory compliance efforts, making their work both dynamic and impactful.

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Bioinformatics JAVA Developer

Bioinformatics JAVA Developer

LabAnswer

San Francisco, CA • On-site, Remote

$60 - $77.75/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago


Job description

Company Description

LabAnswer is the leading and largest laboratory informatics consultancy; combining science, laboratory, regulatory and information technologies. We have the people, processes, methodologies, IP and experience to deliver comprehensive laboratory informatics solutions.

LabAnswer has architected, implemented, deployed and/or supported hundreds of major scientific informatics systems across more than a thousand laboratories. LabAnswer performs significant laboratory automation work in pharmaceuticals, bio-pharmaceuticals, medical devices, forensics, and life sciences research laboratories spanning research, development and manufacturing/QC operations.

The LabAnswer team has a rare combination of laboratory science, IT, business and regulatory expertise. We specialize in helping companies strategize, architect, implement and support scientific data management and laboratory automation projects.


Job Description

PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY TO ON THE LABANSWER CAREER SITE AT:

https://chm.tbe.taleo.net/chm01/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=LABA&cws=1&rid=594

Travel requirement - This position is located in South San Francisco.  Minimal travel is required.

Job Description:

The Bioinformatics JAVA Developer will be involved in converting existing Perl CGI applications to Java Web Services.  You will be working with a team to develop and implement an enterprise information management system in a Pharmaceutical environment.

  • Develop code using Perl CGI and JAVA
  • Write and perform Unit Tests
  • Write periodic status / progress reports  
  • Develop simple or complex software functionality but with limited scope
  • Participate in peer reviews of code for coding standards, best practices, functionality, error handling, etc.
  • Write basic SQL queries using relational database concepts and schema design principles
  • Develop simple or complex, dynamic reports 
  • Break complex processes into smaller achievable pieces
  • Integrate scientific applications with other scientific or non-scientific applications
  • Transform client requirements into design solutions
  • Design and develop reusable utility/library software for general use
  • Engineer designs that satisfy current requirements and are extensible for future enhancement while keeping it cost effective for clients
  • Develop very complex / challenging algorithms and software designs having large project scope or large scale 
  • Perform architectural code and design evaluations
  • Write system interfaces using pre-existing middleware
  • Perform simple or complex database optimization


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Experience using JAVA and Perl CGI - a must 
  • 4 Year degree in an applicable field
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Strong logical / analytical thinking
  • Ability to  troubleshoot and solve problems
  • At least  4 years of experience in ELN Development
  • 5-8 years of software development experience in Laboratory Informatics projects
  • 5-8 years of experience working in regulated environments

Travel requirement : The job location in San Francisco Bay area.  Travel is minimal.  

Additional Information

We offer comprehensive benefits to regular full-time employees including but not limited to:

Unlimited ceiling for professional growth opportunities within LabAnswer

You will also have opportunities to take advantage of training programs to advance your career; our extensive online library includes a assortment of technical and professional training tools and resources

Opportunities to work across a variety of industries (Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, Consumer Products, Energy, Environmental, Forensics, Genomics, Government etc.)

Opportunities to work across a variety of laboratory environments (analytical testing, biotech, clinical trials, forensics, medical device, pharmaceutical, public health and research hospitals) Comprehensive health and welfare programs to fit your individual or family's needs:

Health Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance,

401(k) Retirement Saving that includes a generous employer match

Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, holiday)

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short and Long Term Disability Insurance

Wellness Plans and Rewards

Strong company values of team work, culture and values, personal and professional development, work-life balance, and recognition

Competitive compensation with opportunities to participate in employee bonus plan and travel bonus plan

At LabAnswer we offer a very competitive compensation package based on experience and education. We are looking for exceptional people to join our team, those who are looking to join an organization for the long term. We invite you to visit www.labanswer.com to review our Employee Value Proposition and Philosophy, and welcome you to apply, or refer a candidate to apply, through our careers page for employment consideration.