Jianjun Gao

About Jianjun Gao

Bioinformatics scientist with 25+ years of experience in genetic, genomic, epigenetic, and epidemiologic data analysis. Skilled in NGS, GWAS, RNASeq (bulk, small, single-cell), Iso-Seq, and variant annotation across human and model organisms. Proficient in bioinformatics pipeline development using R, Python, SAS, Linux, and Shell scripting in HPC and cloud (AWS) environments. Experienced in data visualization, quality control, and clinical trial analysis. Maintain Linux HPC and Ion Torrent systems. Co-author of 60+ peer-reviewed publications.gaojianjunxf[at]gmail.com

Experience

1. Bioinformatics Scientist IT Specialist

   Progenesis

   Mar 2023 — Present

   Implemented and optimized novel analysis pipelines for next-generation sequencing (NGS) assays, including Thermo Fisher Ion Torrent and Nanopore platforms.Led the development of algorithms for NGS applications, from initial concept through method development to production-level deployment.Designed and implemented machine learning algorithms for diagnostic applications, improving data-driven decision-making and predictive accuracy in clinical and research settings.Adhered to software development best practices, ensuring comprehensive research documentation and final design specifications for both scientific and regulatory purposes.Provided statistical guidance on development projects, validated new analytical methods, and authored and maintained Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), validation reports, and analysis documentation.Facilitated the transfer of algorithms to production teams, offering ongoing scientific support for updates and maintenance.Supported continuous improvement of bioinformatics pipelines for existing products, and developed a high-throughput PCR primer design platform to enhance product efficiency.Led IT support for the organization, overseeing the configuration and maintenance of Linux-based high-performance computing (HPC) and Windows servers.Addressed employee requests related to hardware, software, and network issues, ensuring optimal performance and security of internal systems.Managed operations of Thermo Fisher Ion Torrent sequencers, ensuring reliable data collection and system functionality.

Education

• Chinese Academy of Sciences

  Ph.D., Neuropsychiatric Genetics

Skills

• Bioinformatics
• Lifesciences
• Pcr
• Annovar
• Gtool
• Genetics
• Sas
• Genetic Epidemiology
• Gatk
• Eigenstrat
• Bwa
• Picard
• Shapeit
• Genomics
• Gwas
• Primus
• Snptest
• Fcgene
• Data Analysis
• Samtools
• Qpcr
• Sequencing
• Gcta
• Gemma
• Dna Sequencing
• Data Mining
• Biochemistry
• Cohort and Case/ Control Study
• Unix
• Plink
• Matrix Eqtl
• R
• Molecular Biology
• Impute2
• Research
• Bench Work
• Post Gwas Analysis
• Statistics