1,282 Lead Scientific Researcher Bioinformatics jobs in Kenya

• Lead and manage research projects in bioinformatics and genomics, from experimental design to data analysis and interpretation.
• Develop and implement advanced computational pipelines for processing and analyzing large-scale genomic and transcriptomic data.
• Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to identify patterns, biomarkers, and potential therapeutic targets.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists and other researchers to design studies and interpret results.
• Develop and maintain robust bioinformatics databases and software tools.
• Mentor and guide junior researchers and bioinformaticians.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in high-impact scientific journals.
• Present research findings at scientific conferences and meetings.
• Ensure the highest standards of scientific rigor and data integrity.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in genomics, bioinformatics, and related fields.

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genetics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in bioinformatics and genomics.
• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data (e.g., WGS, RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and Perl.
• Experience with bioinformatics software and databases (e.g., BLAST, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser).
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and machine learning algorithms applicable to biological data.
• Proven ability to design and execute complex research projects independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for scientific dissemination and remote collaboration.
• Experience in leading research teams and mentoring junior scientists is essential.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.

• Leading and directing research projects in bioinformatics and computational biology.
• Developing and implementing novel computational methods and algorithms for biological data analysis.
• Analyzing large-scale genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and other biological datasets.
• Interpreting research findings and translating them into biological insights and hypotheses.
• Managing research collaborations with internal and external scientific teams.
• Mentoring and supervising junior researchers and post-doctoral fellows.
• Designing and executing computational experiments and simulations.
• Staying current with advancements in bioinformatics, computational biology, and relevant scientific fields.
• Contributing to scientific publications, grant proposals, and presentations.
• Ensuring best practices in data management, reproducibility, and scientific rigor.

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience, with a strong publication record.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a research leadership or supervisory role.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, Perl, and shell scripting.
• Extensive experience with bioinformatics tools, databases, and pipelines.
• Expertise in statistical analysis and machine learning applied to biological data.
• Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) environments and cloud computing platforms.
• Strong understanding of molecular biology, genetics, and systems biology.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for effective remote collaboration.

• Lead the design and execution of genomics and bioinformatics research projects.
• Develop and implement advanced bioinformatics pipelines and analytical tools.
• Analyze and interpret large-scale genomic and transcriptomic datasets.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance research objectives.
• Manage and mentor a remote team of research scientists and bioinformaticians.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in genomics, bioinformatics, and computational biology.
• Contribute to grant writing and secure research funding.
• Communicate research findings through presentations and publications.

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, Genetics, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in bioinformatics research, with a strong publication record.
• Proven expertise in analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data (e.g., WGS, WES, RNA-Seq).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and PERL.
• Experience with bioinformatic databases and tools (e.g., Ensembl, NCBI, BLAST).
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques.
• Demonstrated experience in managing research projects and teams.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fully remote research environment.

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Job Summary
To provide specialist advise and support in the preparation, development and analysis of financial data to provide accurate information to inform decisions enhancing stability, growth & profitability, through the execution of predefined objectives.

Job Description
Job purpose
Overall responsibility for the financial management of the Total Bank Cost space and Cost Efficiency. The role includes oversight of past, present and future financial performance of the Total Bank and various Functions, including the strategic objective of aligning to Absa Bank Kenya Plc.

• Senior stakeholder and relationship management is a key driver in-order to deliver financial objectives by leveraging off Finance, Functions, and other infrastructure groups across the organization.
• Identifying cost trends and financial risks with the presentation of these views alongside the financials at the various exco's and steercos.
• Delivering and presenting of accurate financial information in-order to assist in strategic decisions for Management (CFO, Functions, Sourcing, Board, CMC)
• Support all functions in decision-making process by providing insights into their financial performance, identifying potential cost risks and opportunities, and making recommendations and improvements.
• Provide financial planning and analysis, forecasting and monitoring the Total Bank financial performance to assist the CFO in driving the costs strategy.

Key Accountabilities
Strategy and planning

• Undertake key elements of strategic management activity, involving the identification of how value is created, destroyed, and driven in the function from a cost perspective.
• To support the business in its Outlook/Shape//MTP/STP/RAF processes.
• Support in completion, driving and tracking of the bank cost strategy.
• Lead in budgeting process, outlook and actual Numbers updates, and provide commentary to the performance metrics and actions.

Business Performance management

• To develop and report financial and other performance measures (metrics) required by the business e.g., the Monthly Business review Pack, Benefits Management Committee and Board papers.
• To monitor actual performance against target and to analyse variances.
• Support input of the financials to the investor relations packs, support management in investor relations sessions, press release and the results announcement.
• To respond to routine and ad hoc information requests.
• To produce reports that enable the identification options for improved financial performance and cost reduction.
• To support the business – in the production and review of specific technical elements of Management Accounts KPIs, margins review, Cost drivers.

Decision Support

• To provide support and analysis on a range of technical issues in connection with the Financial and Management Accounts e.g., variance/trend analysis (actuals v budget) makeup of specific costs etc.
• Lead in CFO/Finance mission statement updates, provide commentary to the performance metrics and actions.
• Provide analytics and trends to inform decision making/investment decisions

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Maintain and build key relationships across the organization to effectively drive cost strategy and protect value.
• Understand and identify key sustainable requests from stakeholders including adhoc requests.
• Ability to Implement actions without the direct responsibility of resources.
• Negotiate and leverage information off different groups across the organization in-order to meet stakeholder demands.
• Become the "go-to" person for all key senior stakeholders for all Finance matters relating to Costs.
• Liaise with centre to respond on all country costs queries.
• Provide feedback and updates on Cost financial / business matters.
• Communicate the cost related objectives to relevant stakeholders, ensuring alignment to the wider Absa objectives.
• To develop and report Costs financial and other performance measures (metrics) required by the business e.g. the Cost Monthly Business Review Pack, Monthly Efficiency Committee Steerco meeting, Cost CMC inputs, Cost Flash and Board papers, etc.

Team and staff Management

• Take responsibility for personal performance development, training and career development plans and ensure they are relevant and progressed.
• Develop cost health, check and challenge through regular training of cost champions

Qualifications Required.

• Bachelor's degree in finance & related fields
• Accounting Qualifications

Experience Required.

• Progressive experience in finance

Skills Required To Undertake The Role.

• Strong financial analytical and diagnostic skills
• Strong planning skills
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Excellent stakeholder management skills
• Excellent understanding of business strategy and competitive activity
• Good understanding of global and domestic economic trends
• Ability to work to tight deadlines without compromising accuracy
• Strong team player with good interpersonal, negotiation and influencing skills.
• Ability to influence senior management across the business.
• Experience in the financial services environment.
• Understanding of the broader economic and regulatory environment which Absa operates in.
• Good PC/systems skills.
• Learning agility
• Application Deadline – 9th October 2025***

Absa Bank Kenya is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards the achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank.
Education
Higher Diplomas: Financial Sciences (Required)

• Develop and implement data collection strategies for various sports performance metrics.
• Clean, transform, and analyze large datasets using statistical methods and analytical tools.
• Build predictive models to forecast athlete performance, identify potential injuries, and optimize training regimens.
• Create compelling data visualizations and dashboards to communicate complex insights to non-technical stakeholders.
• Collaborate with coaches and athletes to understand their data needs and provide performance recommendations.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and track progress towards strategic goals.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in sports analytics, machine learning, and data science techniques.
• Develop and maintain databases and data infrastructure for sports analytics.
• Present findings and recommendations in clear, concise reports and presentations.
• Contribute to the development of innovative data-driven strategies for fan engagement and sports marketing.

• Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Sports Analytics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data analysis and sports analytics.
• Proficiency in statistical programming languages such as Python (with libraries like Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn) or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Matplotlib).
• Strong understanding of sports performance metrics and methodologies across various disciplines.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex data into understandable insights.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.
• Experience with database management (SQL) is highly desirable.
• A genuine passion for sports and a desire to impact performance through data.

• Develop and maintain statistical models to analyze athlete and team performance data.
• Identify key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics for various sports disciplines.
• Utilize data mining and machine learning techniques to uncover actionable insights.
• Design and execute experiments to evaluate the impact of training programs and strategies.
• Create compelling data visualizations and reports to communicate findings to coaches and management.
• Collaborate with sports scientists and coaches to translate data insights into practical applications.
• Monitor industry best practices and emerging technologies in sports analytics.
• Manage data integrity and ensure the security of sensitive performance information.

• Master's degree in Statistics, Data Science, Sports Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sports analytics or a related data analysis role.
• Proven experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of sports performance metrics and biomechanics is highly desirable.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.