Associate Scientist, Bioinformatics

Emory University

Associate Scientist developing bioinformatics software, databases, and analytics for Emory University’s musculoskeletal research program. Leading computational research, collaborations, and funding initiatives.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in bioinformatics, software development, and advanced analytics, with a strong focus on sports medicine, neuroscience, and injury biomechanics. Proven ability to lead research initiatives, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and secure funding for innovative projects.

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PhD In BioinformaticsBioinformatics Applications ExperiencePerl ProgrammingStatistical ProgrammingMachine Learning

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Hard Skills

Bioinformatics ProceduresSoftware DevelopmentDatabase DesignSQL Database QueriesAdvanced AnalyticsStatistical ModelingWeb DevelopmentExperimental TechniquesNeuroimagingEMG/EEG/MEG Neuromodulation

Soft Skills

CollaborationLeadershipTechnical Customer SupportProblem SolvingCommunication

Industry Keywords

Sports MedicineNeuroscienceInjury BiomechanicsHuman PerformanceInjury EpidemiologyGrant ApplicationsResearch MethodologiesClinical Patient Contact

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPerlPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Grow a multidisciplinary musculoskeletal research program focused on sports medicine, neuroscience, injury biomechanics, and human performance
Perform highly technical and complex bioinformatics procedures
Design and develop software, databases, and interfaces for analyzing and manipulating research data
Analyze and interpret experimental results
Develop software using Perl/Python or Java, statistical programming, web development, and SQL database queries
Collaborate with researchers to develop high-throughput data processing and analysis capabilities
Recommend alternative approaches to improve result quality
Direct and guide database searches and computational analysis of resulting data
Provide technical customer support and help implement and maintain bioinformatics software, databases, and interfaces
Diagnose and fix issues with the bioinformatics team
Lead projects and manage and oversee team members
Support collaborations with clinician scientists in SPARAC and the Department of Orthopaedics
Pursue extramural federal funding for center research initiatives
Assist with grant and funding applications, conduct independent research projects, develop methodologies, provide user support, and potentially serve as principal investigator on funded proposals

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, biological or physical science, or a related discipline
Five years of experience in bioinformatics applications after achieving the PhD
Doctorate degree or equivalent
National prominence and scientific leadership in sports medicine, neuroscience, injury biomechanics, and/or human performance
Clear and prolific record of scientific publications
Detailed knowledge of advanced experimental techniques in injury biomechanics and human performance
Experience with advanced analytics, including machine learning, AI, or related statistical modeling of human movement data is desired
Experience in coupled biomechanics/neuroscience related to injury epidemiology, with preference toward injury prevention, rehabilitation, and sport performance research
Experience with neuroimaging, EMG/EEG/MEG neuromodulation, software engineering, and best-practice analytical methods for managing, storing, analyzing, and visualizing biometric data is preferred
Perl, Python, or Java programming
Statistical programming
Web development
SQL database querying
Eligible experience must be obtained after achieving the PhD
Position involves clinical patient contact

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
Participation in university programs and use of facilities without discrimination