6 Research Scientist Bioinformatics jobs in whatjobs
Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze diverse biological datasets, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics data.
- Develop, implement, and validate bioinformatics pipelines and algorithms for data analysis.
- Utilize statistical methods and machine learning techniques to identify patterns and derive biological insights.
- Collaborate closely with experimental scientists to design studies, interpret results, and contribute to manuscript preparation.
- Contribute to the development of new research hypotheses and experimental strategies.
- Manage and organize large biological datasets, ensuring data integrity and reproducibility.
- Develop custom scripts and software tools to support research needs.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and relevant biological fields.
- Present research findings at scientific meetings and contribute to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
- Participate in grant writing efforts to secure funding for research projects.
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 4-6 years of relevant research experience in bioinformatics or computational biology.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R, with experience in relevant libraries (e.g., Biopython, NumPy, SciPy, ggplot2).
- Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis.
- Solid understanding of statistical methods and machine learning algorithms.
- Familiarity with Unix/Linux operating systems and command-line tools.
- Experience with database management and query languages (e.g., SQL).
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and implement bioinformatics pipelines for analyzing genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic data.
- Develop novel algorithms and computational methods to address specific biological questions.
- Analyze large-scale biological datasets to identify patterns, biomarkers, and potential therapeutic targets.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and clinicians to interpret results and guide future research directions.
- Develop and maintain databases for storing and querying biological data.
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and in peer-reviewed publications.
- Mentor junior researchers and provide technical guidance.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and relevant life sciences fields.
- Ensure the reproducibility and integrity of computational analyses.
- Contribute to grant writing and funding applications.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Extensive experience with programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl, and associated bioinformatics libraries.
- Proven experience in analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data (e.g., WGS, WES, RNA-Seq).
- Strong understanding of statistical genetics, machine learning, and data mining techniques.
- Experience with high-performance computing environments and cloud platforms.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication record.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.
- Experience with database management and data visualization tools.
- Passion for scientific discovery and a strong desire to push the boundaries of biological research.
This exciting remote opportunity based in **Ruiru, Kiambu, KE** is perfect for a seasoned scientist looking to make a significant impact in the field of biological research without geographical constraints.
Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Posted 19 days ago
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Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Posted 10 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement bioinformatics pipelines for analyzing large-scale biological data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics).
- Apply statistical and machine learning methods to interpret biological data and identify key insights.
- Develop and optimize algorithms for data analysis and pattern recognition.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists to define research questions and experimental designs.
- Interpret and present complex research findings to scientific teams and stakeholders.
- Contribute to the writing of research papers, grant proposals, and technical reports.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and relevant life sciences.
- Manage and maintain bioinformatics databases and computational resources.
- Ensure the integrity and reproducibility of research data and analyses.
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in bioinformatics research.
- Strong programming skills in Python, R, Perl, or similar languages.
- Proficiency with bioinformatics tools, databases (e.g., NCBI, Ensembl), and software packages.
- Solid understanding of molecular biology, genetics, and genomics.
- Experience with statistical analysis and machine learning techniques applied to biological data.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of scientific publications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.
Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Posted 4 days ago
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Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and execute computational analyses of large biological datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.).
- Develop, optimize, and apply bioinformatics pipelines and algorithms.
- Perform statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental data.
- Collaborate with experimental scientists to integrate computational and experimental findings.
- Contribute to the design of new research studies and experiments.
- Identify and implement novel computational approaches to address research questions.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in bioinformatics, genomics, and related fields.
- Prepare manuscripts for publication and present findings at scientific conferences.
- Maintain detailed and organized records of analyses and results.
- Mentor junior researchers in computational methodologies.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Genetics, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in analyzing large-scale biological datasets.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl.
- Familiarity with standard bioinformatics tools and databases.
- Strong understanding of statistical methods applicable to biological data.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for scientific collaboration and dissemination.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
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