The Mouse Genome Informatics Group at The Jackson Laboratory has a full time opening for an intermediate or senior level scientific software engineer. You will join an interdisciplinary project at the forefront of bioinformatics resources, which provides comprehensive, high-quality, integrated information on the laboratory mouse to the worldwide biomedical research community. Applicants must be energetic, imaginative, and ready to participate in a highly interactive environment combining biology and software engineering.

Applicants should have three or more years of experience as a database/web developer. Knowledge of biology or willingness to learn is important. Specific technical skills required include Unix/Linux, Java, JSP, SQL (preferably PostgreSQL), HTML, JavaScript/AJAX, and CSS. Knowledge of any of the following would be a plus: Python, Solr, Spring MVC, Sybase, Scrum/Agile, Jenkins, Ant. Applicants should have good organization and communication skills and be comfortable working in a team environment. B.S. degree in Computer Science or equivalent training/experience required.

The Jackson Laboratory is one of the world's foremost centers for mammalian genetics research. Located in Bar Harbor, Maine, the lab is adjacent to Acadia National Park. Mountains, ocean, forests, lakes, and trails are all within walking distance. If you love high-tech challenges but you're looking for a more natural environment, this could be the opportunity you've been searching for.

Submit your resume and cover letter by e-mail (preferred method), fax, or mail to:

Human Resources
The Jackson Laboratory
610 Main Street
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Fax: 207-288-6106
e-mail: jobs@jax.org