Python Developer Jobs in Hagerstown, MD (NOW HIRING)

Please note that this position is contingent upon the successful award of a contract currently under bid.

Goldbelt Apex, a part of the Healthcare Technology Transformation Group, is a data-focused company dedicated to process and quality in every aspect. As experts in healthcare IT experts, Apex is committed to building systems for healthcare organizations to seamlessly communicate and exchange data across different systems and devices. 

Summary:

The Genomics Computational Systems Biologist develops and applies computational pipelines to process and analyze genomic and proteomic data in support of infectious disease research. Supports the development and execution of computational workflows for multiomics data used in pathogen discovery and systems biology research.

Essential Job Functions:

• Build and maintain data pipelines for NGS and proteomics workflows.
• Integrate and visualize multiomics datasets.
• Assist in systems biology modeling and data interpretation.
• Work closely with lab scientists to support experimental design.
• Document pipeline code and support reproducibility standards.
• Provides laboratory and scientific support to perform computational and analytical tool development, comprising the ability to construct high-throughput analysis pipelines for multiomics data, and to integrate with in-house databases.
• Works with scripting languages (Perl, Python, R, etc.), programming languages (Java, C++), manages large –omics data sets (genomics, proteomics, etc.), works with databases (Oracle, MySQL, etc.) and transports data between systems.
• Runs analytical workflows for standard –omics data sets. Maintains analytical pipelines code, open-source tools installations and maintenance.
• Works with both technical and non-technical personnel in multiple fields of expertise.
• Reviews Standard Operating Procedures and workflows in accordance with applicable policies.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Programming skills in Python, R, and Unix/Linux environments.
• Familiarity with genomics tools (e.g., STAR, TopHat, BWA).
• Understanding of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Excellent documentation and team collaboration skills.
• Possess strong background in bioinformatics and adept in multiomics data management.
• Must have knowledge of bioinformatics programming design, modification and implantation, knowledge of open-source application and data security concepts and methods.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics, computer science, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2+ years in computational biology, bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified information, is required.
• Enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACTIVE SECRET is preferred
• Master’s degree preferred.
• May have experience in Proteomics, Genomics, High Content Imaging and academic research environment. Preferred ability to use next generation sequencing open source tools such as BLAST, STAR, TopHat, CuffLinks, BWA, GATK and other multiomics applications.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

Necessary Skills and Knowledge:

• Programming skills in Python, R, and Unix/Linux environments.
• Familiarity with genomics tools (e.g., STAR, TopHat, BWA).
• Understanding of relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL).
• Excellent documentation and team collaboration skills.
• Possess strong background in bioinformatics and adept in multiomics data management.
• Must have knowledge of bioinformatics programming design, modification and implantation, knowledge of open-source application and data security concepts and methods.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in bioinformatics, computer science, or related discipline.
• Minimum 2+ years in computational biology, bioinformatics, or a related field.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance eligibility, with no access to classified information, is required.
• Enroll in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), if required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ACTIVE SECRET is preferred
• Master’s degree preferred.
• May have experience in Proteomics, Genomics, High Content Imaging and academic research environment. Preferred ability to use next generation sequencing open source tools such as BLAST, STAR, TopHat, CuffLinks, BWA, GATK and other multiomics applications.

Pay and Benefits

The salary range for this position is $90,000 to $100,000 annually.

At Goldbelt, we value and reward our team's dedication and hard work. We provide a competitive base salary commensurate with your qualifications and experience. As an employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company matching, tax-deferred savings options, supplementary benefits, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.