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Senior Bioinformatician - Computational Biology
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a cutting-edge research institution focused on biological sciences, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Bioinformatician to join their esteemed Scientific Research & Development team. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing for a blend of remote flexibility and in-office collaboration. The Senior Bioinformatician will play a pivotal role in analyzing large-scale genomic and proteomic datasets, developing novel computational methods, and contributing to groundbreaking research projects. Responsibilities include: designing and implementing computational pipelines for the analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data; developing and applying statistical and machine learning algorithms to biological problems; collaborating with molecular biologists, geneticists, and other researchers to interpret experimental results; managing and curating large biological databases; contributing to the writing of research papers, grant proposals, and technical reports; staying abreast of the latest advancements in bioinformatics and computational biology; providing mentorship and training to junior researchers. A Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field is required. Proven experience in analyzing diverse biological datasets (e.g., RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq, WGS) is essential. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and Perl, along with experience using bioinformatics tools and databases, is mandatory. Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP) and high-performance computing environments is highly desirable. The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team is crucial. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant scientific discoveries within the research landscape surrounding Meru, Meru, KE .
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Senior Bioinformatician - Computational Biology
Posted 9 days ago
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Our client, a dynamic research institution at the forefront of biological discovery, is seeking a talented Senior Bioinformatician specializing in Computational Biology to join their fully remote scientific team. This role is essential for analyzing and interpreting complex biological datasets generated from high-throughput experiments, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics. You will be responsible for developing and implementing sophisticated computational pipelines, algorithms, and statistical methods to extract meaningful insights from large-scale biological data. This includes designing experiments, managing data integrity, performing rigorous statistical analysis, and visualizing results to support research objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of molecular biology and genetics, coupled with advanced programming skills in languages such as Python, R, and possibly Perl or Java. Expertise in bioinformatics databases, sequence analysis tools, machine learning techniques, and statistical modeling is crucial. You will collaborate closely with bench scientists, clinicians, and other bioinformaticians to address complex biological questions and drive research forward. This role requires excellent communication skills to effectively present complex findings to both technical and non-technical audiences. As a fully remote team member, you will utilize advanced collaboration platforms and version control systems (e.g., Git) to manage projects and share code efficiently. The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and adapt to evolving research needs is paramount. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in areas such as disease mechanisms, drug discovery, and personalized medicine.
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement computational pipelines for analyzing large-scale biological datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, etc.).
- Perform statistical analysis and machine learning to identify patterns and insights.
- Design and manage bioinformatics databases and workflows.
- Collaborate with biologists and researchers to define research questions and data analysis strategies.
- Visualize complex biological data and present findings clearly.
- Write high-quality code and documentation for bioinformatics tools and scripts.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and related fields.
- Contribute to manuscript preparation and grant writing.
- Ensure data integrity, reproducibility, and adherence to best practices.
- Mentor junior bioinformaticians and research staff.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in bioinformatics analysis and computational biology research.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R for data analysis and tool development.
- Strong experience with bioinformatics databases, sequence analysis tools, and statistical methods.
- Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and their application in biology.
- Experience with data visualization tools and techniques.
- Excellent understanding of molecular biology, genetics, and genomics.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.
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