The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Posting Information
Posting Information
Department
Lineberger Compr Cancer Center-426801
Career Area
Research Professionals
Posting Open Date
10/06/2026
Application Deadline
10/20/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title
Bioinformatics Analyst
Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number
20078945
Vacancy ID
NF0010095
Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent
FTE
1
Hours per week
40
Position Location
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range
Dependent on education/experience
Proposed Start Date
11/09/2026
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
consistently ranks as
one of the nation’s top public universities
. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.
One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.
University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package
, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education and research.
Patient care: We promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.
Education: We prepare tomorrow`s healthcare professionals and biomedical researchers from all backgrounds by facilitating learning within innovative and integrated curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education to ensure a highly skilled workforce.
Research: We develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers and resources. We provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our university to support outstanding research. We foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic and population research.
Position Summary
The Bioinformatics Analyst plays an important role in supporting the Center for Generative Immunotherapy’s ( CGI ) efforts to accelerate the development and clinical testing of AI-designed cancer therapies. This position helps researchers collect, organize, analyze, and interpret large amounts of clinical and biological data that are used to evaluate new treatments, improve personalized cancer vaccines, and advance RNA -based therapeutics. The position analyzes data generated from clinical trials and research studies, including genomic, sequencing, immune profiling, and other molecular datasets. The work performed helps researchers better understand how patients respond to treatment, identify potential biomarkers, evaluate therapeutic effectiveness, and guide future research and clinical development efforts.
The Bioinformatics Analyst develops and maintains data analysis workflows and bioinformatics pipelines that support the processing and analysis of large research datasets. These tools help ensure that data are analyzed consistently, accurately, and efficiently, allowing researchers to generate meaningful results and make informed decisions more quickly. This role provides opportunities to work with advanced sequencing technologies, large-scale genomic datasets, and modern computational tools used in cancer research and precision medicine. The analyst performs customized analyses, creates data visualizations, prepares reports, and communicates findings to researchers and clinical teams.
The position collaborates with investigators in planning research studies and developing data analysis strategies. The Bioinformatics Analyst aids in providing input in scientific publications, grant applications, presentations, and other research activities by providing data analysis and technical expertise.
Ultimately, this position helps maximize the value of the clinical and molecular data generated through CGI research programs. By ensuring that high-quality data are available for analysis and decision-making, the Bioinformatics Analyst supports the development of more effective cancer treatments and helps accelerate the translation of research discoveries into improved patient care.
Minimum Education And Experience Requirements
Master’s or Bachelor’s and 0-2 years’ experience; or will accept a combination of related education and experience in substitution.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Demonstrated experience in managing priorities and detail oriented.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience
Relevant genetics, genomics, computational immunology, systems biology and/or biological experience.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions
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Posting Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title
Vanessa Perry, Human Resources Consultant
Department Contact Telephone or Email
vanessa_<a href="mailto:perry@med.unc.edu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">perry@med.unc.edu</a>
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to <a href="mailto:employment@unc.edu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">employment@unc.edu</a>
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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