Postdoctoral Appointee - Bacterial Genomics and Computational Biology
Company: Sandia National Laboratories
Location: Livermore
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
About SandiaSandia National Laboratories is the nation's premier
science and engineering lab for national security and technology
innovation, with teams of specialists focused on cutting-edge work
in a broad array of areas. Some of the main reasons we love our
jobs:Challenging work with amazing impact that contributes to
security, peace, and freedom worldwideExtraordinary co-workersSome
of the best tools, equipment, and research facilities in the
worldCareer advancement and enrichment opportunitiesFlexible work
arrangements for many positions include 9/80 (work 80 hours every
two weeks, with every other Friday off) and 4/10 (work 4 ten-hour
days each week) compressed workweeks, part-time work, and
telecommuting (a mix of onsite work and working from home)Generous
vacations, strong medical and other benefits, competitive 401k,
learning opportunities, relocation assistance and amenities aimed
at creating a solid work/life balance World-changing technologies.
Life-changing careers. Learn more about Sandia at: These benefits
vary by job classification.What Your Job Will Be LikeAre you
looking to do creative research that addresses civilizations' major
challenges such as climate change and infectious disease? Would you
be excited to work in a multidisciplinary team, interacting with
world class scientists across multiple national labs and
universities? Sandia/California's Systems Biology Department is
seeking bioinformaticians/computational biologists to join our
research team. The selected applicant will engage in fundamental
work improving the characterization of mobile elements and
horizontal gene transfer across the bacterial kingdom, and help
develop applied technologies derived from this knowledge base such
as new synthetic biology and gene editing methods and vectors, and
advanced phage therapy.On any given day, you may be called on
to:Devise innovative computational approaches to expand and
annotate the world's largest well-curated database of microbial
genomic islandsWork with experimental colleagues to design, model
and analyze high-throughput screens and advanced synthetic biology
constructsMentor technologists and internsWork collaboratively to
execute, track and refine project plans with an integrated
multidisciplinary team that may include members from national labs,
universities and industryCommunicate your research through writing
scientific papers, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and
presenting findings at seminars and conferencesContribute to the
creation and development of new scientific research proposalsThe
Postdoctoral Appointee works onsite in California. The salary is
set for this position at $104,900 annually (updated from $99,000 on
8/25/23).Qualifications We RequireRecent PhD in one of the
following:Bioinformatics or computational biology, or related
fieldBiochemistry, microbiology, evolutionary biology or a related
field coupled with strong skills in bioinformatics/computational
biology and experience in computer programmingComputer or
information sciences with an emphasis in biology as evidenced by
relevant publications and/or thesis workExperience with prokaryotic
genomics, genetics and/or molecular biologyProven record of high
technical accomplishment and written communication (e.g. as
evidenced by publication in high-impact scientific journals) and/or
strong verbal communication and data presentation skills (e.g., as
demonstrated through scientific conference
presentations)Qualifications We DesireA strong background in
microbiology, including studies of microbiomes, genome evolution,
microbial communities and bacteriophagesBioinformatics skills and
familiarity with related software tools for phylogenetics,
comparative genomics, genome assembly and genome annotationStrong
background in statistics, machine learning and data science with
applications to biological data analysis (e.g., from
next-generations sequencing or high-throughput screening
methods)Strong programming and database skills (e.g., Python, Perl,
C++, MySQL)Experience with genome engineering and synthetic biology
or with high-throughput functional genomics screens (e.g., CRISPR
or transposon based)Computational biology skills and experience
with protein engineering, phage display or directed evolution
methodsAbout Our TeamThe Systems Biology Department, located in
Livermore, California is a diverse research group with a focus on
both basic and applied biological research. We seek to address
problems with strong ties to national security, including as
biodefense and health security, and climate and energy security. We
do this using innovative research approaches in microbiology,
virology, synthetic biology, immunology, and bioinformatics. We
incorporate advanced technology development including CRISPR/Cas
technologies, advanced omics, and advanced materials and
nanotechnology. We also seek to develop the science-based needed to
produce clean, efficient, and cost-effective biofuels and other
bioproducts on a commercial scale. Our department is part of the
highly multidisciplinary Applied Biosciences and Engineering Group,
comprised of researchers with expertise in many disciplines of
biology (molecular biology, microbiology, virology, immunology and
biochemistry), chemistry (analytical, organic and physical),
computational science (bioinformatics, machine learning,
computational chemistry), and engineering(chemical, mechanical and
biomedical).Posting DurationThis posting will be open for
application submissions for a minimum of seven (7) calendar days,
including the 'posting date'. Sandia reserves the right to extend
the posting date at any time.Security ClearanceThis position does
not currently require a Department of Energy (DOE) security
clearance.Sandia will conduct a pre-employment drug test and
background review that includes checks of personal references,
credit, law enforcement records, and employment/education
verifications. Furthermore, employees in New Mexico need to pass a
U.S. Air Force background screen for access to Kirtland Air Force
Base. Substance abuse or illegal drug use, falsification of
information, criminal activity, serious misconduct or other
indicators of untrustworthiness can cause access to be denied or
terminated, resulting in the inability to perform the duties
assigned and subsequent termination of employment.If hired without
a clearance and it subsequently becomes necessary to obtain and
maintain one for the position, or you bid on positions that require
a clearance, a pre-processing background review may be conducted
prior to a required federal background investigation. Applicants
for a DOE security clearance need to be U.S. citizens. If you hold
more than one citizenship (i.e., of the U.S. and another country),
your ability to obtain a security clearance may be impacted.Members
of the workforce (MOWs) hired at Sandia who require uncleared
access for greater than 179 days during their employment, are
required to go through the Uncleared Personal Identity Verification
(UPIV) process. Access includes physical and/or cyber (logical)
access, as well as remote access to any NNSA information technology
(IT) systems. UPIV requirements are not applicable to individuals
who require a DOE personnel security clearance for the performance
of their SNL employment or to foreign nationals. The UPIV process
will include the completion of a USAccess Enrollment, SF-85
(Questionnaire for Non-Sensitive Positions) and OF-306 (Declaration
of for Federal Employment). An unfavorable UPIV determination will
result in immediate retrieval of the SNL issued badge, removal of
cyber (logical) access and/or removal from SNL subcontract. All
MOWs may appeal the unfavorable UPIV determination to DOE/NNSA
immediately. If the appeal is unsuccessful, the MOW may try to go
through the UPIV process one year after the decision date.EEOAll
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran
status and any other protected class under state or federal
law.NNSA Requirements for MedPEDsIf you have a Medical Portable
Electronic Device (MedPED), such as a pacemaker, defibrillator,
drug-releasing pump, hearing aids, or diagnostic equipment and
other equipment for measuring, monitoring, and recording body
functions such as heartbeat and brain waves, if employed by Sandia
National Laboratories you may be required to comply with NNSA
security requirements for MedPEDs.If you have a MedPED and you are
selected for an on-site interview at Sandia National Laboratories,
there may be additional steps necessary to ensure compliance with
NNSA security requirements prior to the interview date.Position
InformationThis postdoctoral position is a temporary position for
up to one year, which may be renewed at Sandia's discretion up to
five additional years. The PhD must have been conferred within five
years prior to employment.Individuals in postdoctoral positions may
bid on regular Sandia positions as internal candidates, and in some
cases may be converted to regular career positions during their
term if warranted by ongoing operational needs, continuing
availability of funds, and satisfactory job performance.
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