2,205 Principal Research Scientist Computational Biology jobs in Kenya
Principal Scientist - Computational Biology
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and execute advanced computational biology research projects, focusing on areas like genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and systems biology.
- Develop and implement novel computational algorithms and statistical methods for analyzing large, complex biological datasets.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists, bioinformaticians, and clinicians to interpret results and generate biological insights.
- Build and maintain robust analytical pipelines and databases for biological data management.
- Mentor and guide junior researchers and post-doctoral fellows, fostering a collaborative research environment.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics, and related scientific fields.
- Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at international conferences.
- Contribute to grant writing and secure external funding for research initiatives.
- Ensure the highest standards of data integrity, reproducibility, and scientific rigor.
- Translate complex biological questions into computational problems and vice versa.
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Extensive research experience (10+ years) with a strong publication record in top-tier scientific journals.
- Expertise in analyzing large-scale biological data, including next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and shell scripting, along with experience in relevant bioinformatics tools and databases.
- Deep understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and algorithm development.
- Experience with high-performance computing environments and cloud platforms.
- Proven ability to lead research projects, mentor junior scientists, and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple research priorities in a remote setting.
Principal Scientist - Bioinformatics & Computational Biology
Posted 18 days ago
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This is a remote-first opportunity, demanding exceptional scientific rigor, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and advanced communication abilities to effectively collaborate with researchers globally. You will lead the development and application of computational pipelines for large-scale genomics, proteomics, or other omics data. Responsibilities include managing research projects, mentoring junior scientists, presenting research findings at conferences, and staying at the forefront of technological advancements in the field. The successful candidate will contribute to groundbreaking research that may have implications for health, agriculture, or environmental science, with a particular focus on applications relevant to research initiatives connected to the **Machakos, Machakos, KE** region. A strong publication record and a history of securing research funding are highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and conduct research projects in bioinformatics and computational biology.
- Develop and implement novel computational algorithms and pipelines.
- Analyze large-scale biological datasets (e.g., genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics).
- Interpret research findings and contribute to scientific publications.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and other researchers.
- Mentor and guide junior scientists and research staff.
- Write and secure research grants.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in bioinformatics and related fields.
- Present research findings at scientific conferences and meetings.
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in a relevant field.
- Demonstrated expertise in bioinformatics tools, databases, and analysis methodologies.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and Perl.
- Strong understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques.
- Proven track record of publications in high-impact journals.
- Experience in grant writing and securing research funding.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills for remote collaboration.
Principal Scientist, Computational Biology (Remote)
Posted 22 days ago
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Principal Research Scientist - Computational Biology
Posted 18 days ago
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As a remote Principal Research Scientist, your core responsibilities include developing and applying computational pipelines for high-throughput data analysis, building predictive models, and contributing to the interpretation of experimental outcomes. You will collaborate closely with experimental biologists, bioinformaticians, and clinicians to define research questions and translate findings into tangible scientific advancements. This position requires a deep understanding of bioinformatics tools, machine learning techniques, and statistical modeling relevant to biological systems. You will also mentor junior scientists and contribute to the scientific publications and grant proposals.
The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field, with a minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience. A strong publication record in high-impact journals is essential. Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and programming skills (e.g., Python, R) are mandatory. This remote role requires a highly motivated, self-directed individual with excellent communication skills to effectively convey complex scientific concepts to diverse audiences and foster strong collaborative relationships within a distributed research environment. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our research strategy and driving innovation in biological sciences.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and execution of complex computational biology research projects.
- Develop and implement novel computational algorithms and statistical methods for biological data analysis.
- Analyze large-scale genomic, proteomic, and other omics datasets.
- Build and validate predictive models for biological phenomena and drug targets.
- Collaborate with experimental scientists to interpret results and guide future research directions.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics, and relevant life sciences.
- Mentor and guide junior research staff and postdoctoral fellows.
- Contribute to scientific publications, presentations, and grant applications.
- Ensure high standards of scientific rigor, reproducibility, and data integrity.
- Communicate complex scientific findings effectively to internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in academia or industry.
- Proven track record of leading research projects and delivering impactful results.
- Extensive experience with programming languages such as Python and R, and relevant libraries.
- Proficiency in analyzing large biological datasets (e.g., NGS, RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq).
- Strong knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
- Excellent understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research setting.
- Exceptional analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a history of peer-reviewed publications.
Remote Principal Research Scientist - Computational Biology
Posted 7 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and execute independent research projects in computational biology.
- Design and develop novel computational algorithms and statistical models for biological data analysis.
- Analyze large-scale datasets including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics.
- Interpret research findings and translate them into actionable biological insights.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and clinicians to design and interpret studies.
- Mentor and guide junior research scientists and postdoctoral fellows.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
- Secure research funding through grant writing and proposal development.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics, and relevant biological fields.
- Develop and maintain robust computational pipelines and workflows.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the research group and organization.
- Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines and best practices in research.
- Manage research projects, timelines, and resources effectively.
- Evaluate and implement new computational tools and technologies.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative research environment.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral research experience in academia or industry.
- Demonstrated track record of significant contributions to the field through publications in high-impact journals.
- Expertise in programming languages such as Python, R, or Julia.
- Strong experience with machine learning, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques.
- Proficiency in analyzing various types of biological data (genomics, transcriptomics, etc.).
- Experience with bioinformatics tools and databases.
- Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
- Superb communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly.
- Proven ability to lead research projects and mentor junior scientists.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a remote setting.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) is a plus.
- Grant writing experience is highly desirable.
Principal Scientist - Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
Posted 20 days ago
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Lead Research Scientist - Computational Biology
Posted 12 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and execution of computational biology research projects, including the analysis of large-scale genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, and metabolomic data.
- Develop and implement novel computational algorithms, statistical models, and bioinformatics pipelines to address complex biological questions.
- Interpret complex biological data, identify key insights, and translate findings into actionable hypotheses and research directions.
- Mentor and guide a team of computational biologists, bioinformaticians, and data scientists.
- Collaborate closely with experimental biologists, chemists, and clinicians to integrate computational findings with experimental validation.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics, machine learning, and relevant biological fields.
- Present research findings to internal teams, scientific advisory boards, and at international conferences.
- Contribute to the intellectual property strategy by identifying patentable discoveries.
- Manage project timelines, resources, and budgets effectively within a remote team structure.
- Ensure the rigorous application of statistical methods and data quality control.
- Promote best practices in computational research, data management, and reproducibility.
- Contribute to the strategic vision for computational biology research within the organization.
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral research experience in computational biology or bioinformatics, with a significant focus on leading research projects.
- Proven expertise in analyzing large-scale biological datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, etc.).
- Strong proficiency in programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics (e.g., Python, R) and experience with relevant software packages and databases.
- Deep understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and systems biology approaches.
- Excellent ability to interpret biological data and formulate biologically relevant hypotheses.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated experience in leading and mentoring research teams.
- Proven ability to thrive and collaborate effectively in a fully remote research environment.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms and high-performance computing clusters is highly desirable.
- A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
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Senior Research Scientist - Computational Biology
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement computational pipelines for the analysis of large-scale biological datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.).
- Develop and apply statistical and machine learning methods to extract meaningful insights from complex biological data.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and clinicians to define research questions and design appropriate computational analyses.
- Interpret and present research findings to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Develop and maintain high-quality, well-documented code and analytical workflows.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics tools, and relevant biological domains.
- Contribute to the development of new algorithms, models, and methodologies.
- Manage research projects, including planning, execution, and reporting.
- Mentor junior scientists and contribute to the intellectual growth of the research team.
- Explore and integrate diverse data sources to answer complex biological questions.
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed journals and present at scientific conferences.
- Ensure data integrity, reproducibility, and ethical research practices.
Qualifications:
- PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral or industry experience in computational biology or bioinformatics.
- Expertise in analyzing high-throughput biological data (e.g., next-generation sequencing, microarrays, mass spectrometry).
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in computational biology (e.g., Python, R, Perl).
- Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data visualization tools.
- Familiarity with common bioinformatics databases, tools, and software packages.
- Strong understanding of molecular biology, genetics, or other relevant biological domains.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex scientific concepts.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research environment.
- Track record of scientific publications in reputable journals.
Senior Research Scientist - Computational Biology - Remote
Posted 22 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and implement computational methods and algorithms for analyzing large-scale biological data, including genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, and metabolomics.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and other researchers to define research questions and develop appropriate computational strategies.
- Analyze and interpret complex biological datasets to identify patterns, generate hypotheses, and draw meaningful conclusions.
- Develop and maintain robust data analysis pipelines and workflows.
- Contribute to the development of novel computational tools and software for biological research.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in computational biology, bioinformatics, and relevant fields.
- Prepare manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at scientific conferences.
- Mentor junior researchers and provide technical guidance.
- Manage computational resources and ensure data integrity and security.
- Contribute to grant writing and funding proposals.
- Evaluate and integrate emerging computational technologies and methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy and ethical research standards.
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 7 years of post-doctoral research experience in computational biology or bioinformatics.
- Extensive experience with programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics, such as Python, R, Perl, or Java.
- Proficiency in analyzing large-scale biological datasets using various bioinformatics tools and databases.
- Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning, and data mining techniques.
- Experience with high-performance computing environments and cloud computing platforms is highly desirable.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead research projects in a remote setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven publication record.
- Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams.
- Experience with specific areas such as single-cell analysis, genome assembly, or pathway analysis is a plus.
- Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) is beneficial.
Remote Senior Research Scientist - Computational Biology
Posted 18 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement computational pipelines for analyzing biological data.
- Apply statistical methods and machine learning to biological datasets.
- Analyze genomics, proteomics, and transcriptomics data.
- Identify and validate novel biological targets and biomarkers.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and other researchers remotely.
- Interpret complex scientific results and communicate findings effectively.
- Contribute to research publications and presentations.
- Stay current with advancements in computational biology and bioinformatics.
- Design and manage computational experiments.
- Contribute to the development of new research methodologies.
- Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of research experience in computational biology or bioinformatics.
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing large-scale biological datasets (genomics, proteomics, etc.).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R.
- Experience with bioinformatics tools, databases, and software packages.
- Strong understanding of statistical modeling and machine learning techniques.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple research projects.
- Proven ability to interpret and present complex scientific data.