Company Overview

At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we’re not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we’re driving excellence and improving outcomes.
 
For the 30th year, MSK has been named a top hospital for cancer by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be on Becker’s Healthcare list as one of the 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare in 2019, as well as one of Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Best Place to Work for 2019. We’re treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.

Job Description

LIMS Software Engineer – Data Management Team, Integrated Genomics Operation (IGO)

The Integrated Genomics Operation (IGO) enables basic, clinical and translational research projects across the Cancer Center. IGO implements the MSK mission to cure cancer by providing a broad range of genomic services and expertise to our world-class research scientists.

We are seeking a software engineer to join the data team who will master IGO’s LIMS, specifically LIMS workflow development and modification. You will join a multifaceted team that develops laboratory support tools, manages NGS data generation from BCL to BAM files, analyzes sequencing data using established pipelines, provides system administration for computational resources, and assists collaborators with data access. Work will be performed in concert with other software engineers, lab technicians, computational biologists, project managers, and genomic sequencing core scientists.

You Are:

• A customer focused software engineer excited about streamlining the LIMS experience for a cutting-edge genomics laboratory
• An expert in Java
• Skilled in Python and/or JavaScript
• An expert with UNIX/Linux command line
• A person who enjoys working in a team, is self-motivated, can manage multiple tasks simultaneously, and can solve problems independently
• Able to work as an individual while part of a large team
• Able to handle a very fast paced environment and the pressure associated with deadlines
• An outstanding communicator
• Able to solve problems by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach

You Have:

• 2+ years of software development experience, including experience in computer science, bioinformatics or other applied science
• Experience with object-oriented programming in Java and additional experience with Python and/or JavaScript
• Familiarity with software testing methodologies and design patterns
• Experience with relational databases, preferably MySQL

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages | Sick Time |Generous Vacation+ 12 holidays to recharge & refuel| Internal Career Mobility & Performance Consulting | Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA & Dependent Care|403b Retirement Savings Plan Match|Tuition Reimbursement |Parental Leave & Adoption Assistance |Commuter Spending Account |Fitness Discounts &Wellness Program | Resource Networks| Life Insurance & Disability | Remote Flexibility

We believe in communication, openness, and thinking beyond your 8-hour day @ MSK. It’s important to us that you have a sense of impact, community, and work/life balance to be and feel your best.

Our Hiring Process

You review the posting, agree it sounds like a great fit & apply ->Talent Acquisition contacts you to schedule a phone interview (if your profile aligns) -> after speaking with the Talent Acquisition Specialist, you will connect with the Hiring Manager by phone or video -> if your experience is a fit, you will move forward to a video call or on-site visit with the team -> post-interview feedback->ideally an offer! ->reference check & onboarding-> orientation & official welcome to MSK.

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Closing

MSK is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran status or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision.  

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