Careers

CSS Institute of Molecular Medicine at Windber (www.wriwindber.org) is a leading integrated clinical and proteogenomic research organization focusing on cancer research through excellence in biobanking, informatics infrastructure, bioinformatics and translational research. Researchers analyze samples at the cellular and molecular level using advanced experimental platforms both in-house and in collaboration with other leading research institutions to identify biomarkers that are important to disease development and progress, so that new diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic targets can be developed. CSS Institute of Molecular Medicine at Windber’s primary focus is improving patient care and the quality of life for the patient and their family by rapidly translating molecular and clinical research.

FULL-TIME POSITIONS

ASSISTANT SCIENTIFIC DIRECTOR

We are in search of a scientist with a proven track record in the life sciences, who is interested in pursuing a management career in a research setting, to fill the position of Assistant Scientific Director reporting to the Chief Scientific Officer (CSO).
Responsibilities:

  • Assist the CSO to manage the daily scientific research and business operations of the Institute
  • Participate in strategic planning at the Institute level
  • Assist the CSO to develop new research programs and collaborations
  • Frequently interact with the directors and staff of the institute, as well as external collaborators, to identify issues for improvement and contribute to solution development For the
  • For the successful candidate who desires to continue with scientific career, there is the opportunity to establish a wet-bench or in-silico research lab

Requirements:

  • A PhD in life sciences with 5 years of work experience including research and management
  • A management degree is a plus but not required
  • Demonstrated capabilities to work both independently and as a team player
  • Outstanding communication and management skills

    • Exhibit a high level of integrity, be respectful, energetic, eager, quick to learn, and dedicated to the position


    BIOINFORMATICS SCIENTIST

    The Chan Soon-Shiong Institute of Molecular Medicine at Windber has been part of several national cancer programs including TCGA and the Cancer Moonshot Initiative. The institute is expanding and is hiring for multiple new Bioinformatics Scientist positions – at the Murtha Cancer Center Research Program (MCCRP) office in Bethesda, MD to join an experienced and highly collaborative team of clinicians, scientists, statisticians, and bioinformaticians in the fight against cancer!
    The level of the position will be considered based on candidate’s experience

    Key Responsibilities:

  • Assess diverse, clinical, genomic, and proteomic datasets from public domain and internal sources, for discovery as well as designing new projects.
  • Supports projects in the areas of study design, data QC, bioinformatics and statistical analysis, and data management
  • Perform analysis of proteogenomic data along with clinic-pathologic data in large cohorts, and synthesize and interpret results for presentations and publications.
  • Develop or adopt innovative methods and metrics for data QC and predictive model
  • Promote the scientific interests of the institute through publication and community interaction

    Requirements:
  • PhD degree in Bioinformatics or another relevant field, or a MS degree with minimum 3 years of direct experience in bioinformatics, statistics, or computational biology
  • Familiar with NGS applications for variant detection/interpretation and gene expression
  • Sound scientific logics for tertiary analysis and interpretation, backed by publications
  • Strong understanding of concepts and analytical techniques in statistics
  • Proficient in R or another common statistical package
  • Intermediate with Python or another scripting language
  • Familiar with Linux environment
  • Excellent in written and verbal communication in a collaborative environment
  • Self-motivated and good time management with evolving priorities

    Desired:

  • Experience in translational research or clinical trials, involving genomics or proteomics
  • Solid knowledge of cancer biology and cellular pathways
  • Familiar with public resources for cancer research and medical genetics
  • Experience with computation and data management in a cloud environment
  • Familiar with relational database and/or object-oriented database

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

    How to Apply

    Please print and complete an application (link below) and submit with resume and cover letter by e-mail to careers@wriwindber.org, by mail or by fax 814-467-3453

    Human Resources
    Windber Research Institute
    600 Somerset Avenue
    Windber, PA  15963

    Download Employment Application

    https://www.windbercare.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Windber-Employee-Application-Fillable-1.pdf

    Application:

    Qualified applicants should send CV and salary requirements to: careers@wriwindber.org

    CSS Institute of Molecular Medicine

    Human Resources Department

    600 Somerset Avenue

    Windber, PA 15963

    Fax: (814) 467-3453

    EOE

All application materials are treated as confidential and are retained for a period of six months, at which time all resumes and applications are shredded. To apply for a position you must meet the minimum requirements as posted. Selection is based on education, experience and interview results. A criminal background check is required for all positions.

Windber Research Institute is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate in its employment practices on the basis of sex, race, religion, national origin, color, age or non-job related handicap or disability.