Program Coordinator

Responsibilities

• Execute strategic action plans and administer program funds for the Computational Biology and Medicine Program
• Manage a program-wide data management system, ensuring data is cataloged with appropriate metadata
• Monitor internal storage use and oversee data deposition in public and controlled-access repositories
• Assist researchers in cleaning, curating, and annotating genomics data following FAIR Data Principles
• Harmonize data from various methods including whole genome sequencing, RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, and ATAC-seq
• Facilitate secure data access applications and large dataset transfers within UHN and external institutions
• Organize program-wide training, workshops, and annual retreats
• Manage the program's online presence, including the website and social media accounts

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in computational biology, bioinformatics, genetics, or a related field with 2+ years of computational genomics research experience (or Master's degree with 1+ years of experience)
• Proficiency in programming with R, Python, or both
• Experience with the analysis of high-throughput genomics data
• Strong scientific writing skills demonstrated through publications or preprints
• Familiarity with NCBI GEO

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's or doctoral degree in computational biology, bioinformatics, data science, or related fields
• Authorship of publications showing excellence in data management and sharing
• Familiarity with RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, CUT&RUN, or single-cell genomics assays
• Familiarity with major sequencing repositories such as EGA and dbGaP
• Experience managing and administering budgets

Benefits

• Competitive offer packages
• Membership in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP)
• Flexible work environment
• Opportunities for professional development and promotion
• Access to transit and UHN shuttle services
• Various corporate discounts including travel, restaurants, and parking

About the Company

University Health Network (UHN) is Canada’s #1 hospital and a world-leading publicly funded research institution. Comprising several major hospitals including Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, UHN is a national and international source for discovery, education, and patient care, with major research programs in oncology, genomic medicine, and many other fields.