1,890 Research Scientist Genomics jobs in Kenya
Principal Research Scientist - Molecular Biology & Genomics
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and execute innovative research projects focused on molecular biology, genomics, and related disciplines.
- Develop and optimize advanced molecular and genomic techniques, including next-generation sequencing (NGS), CRISPR-based gene editing, and single-cell analysis.
- Analyze large-scale genomic and transcriptomic datasets using bioinformatics tools and statistical methods.
- Interpret experimental results, draw sound conclusions, and formulate new research hypotheses.
- Write and publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research at national and international scientific conferences.
- Lead and mentor a team of research associates and post-doctoral fellows, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
- Secure research funding through grant writing and proposal development.
- Collaborate with internal and external research partners to advance scientific knowledge.
- Ensure compliance with laboratory safety protocols and ethical guidelines.
- Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, technologies, and trends in molecular biology and genomics.
- Contribute to the development of research strategies and the institution's scientific vision.
- Manage research budgets and resources effectively.
- Develop and validate new assay methodologies.
- Contribute to intellectual property development.
The ideal candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, or a closely related field, with a minimum of 8 years of postdoctoral research experience and a strong publication record. Proven expertise in a wide range of molecular and genomic techniques, including hands-on experience with NGS library preparation and data analysis, is essential. Strong bioinformatics skills and experience with statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Python) are required. Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and scientific communication skills are crucial for this remote role. The ability to work independently, manage multiple research streams, and lead a research team virtually is paramount. Experience in grant writing and securing external funding is highly desirable. If you are a distinguished scientist ready to push the boundaries of molecular biology and genomics from a remote setting, we encourage you to apply.
Senior Research Scientist - Molecular Biology & Genomics
Posted 20 days ago
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- Design, execute, and troubleshoot complex molecular biology and genomics experiments.
- Perform various molecular techniques including PCR, qPCR, cloning, Western blotting, and ELISA.
- Develop and optimize protocols for DNA/RNA extraction, library preparation for NGS.
- Analyze and interpret large-scale genomic datasets (e.g., WGS, WES, RNA-Seq) using bioinformatics tools and pipelines.
- Contribute to the development of novel research methodologies and technologies.
- Maintain detailed experimental records and contribute to scientific publications and presentations.
- Collaborate effectively with internal and external research collaborators.
- Mentor junior research staff and guide their experimental work.
- Ensure laboratory compliance with safety regulations and ethical guidelines.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements and trends in molecular biology, genomics, and bioinformatics.
- Contribute to grant writing and research proposal development.
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Biochemistry, Genetics, or a related life science discipline.
- 5+ years of postdoctoral research experience or equivalent in an academic or industry research setting.
- Extensive hands-on experience with a wide range of molecular biology techniques.
- Proven expertise in next-generation sequencing (NGS) library preparation and analysis.
- Proficiency in bioinformatics tools and programming languages (e.g., R, Python) for genomic data analysis.
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work independently, manage research projects, and thrive in a fully remote environment.
- Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 gene editing is a significant advantage.
Principal Scientific Research Scientist (Biotechnology)
Posted 2 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead and direct complex research projects in biotechnology, focusing on areas such as genetic engineering, molecular diagnostics, or bioprocessing.
- Develop innovative research strategies and experimental designs to address critical scientific questions.
- Oversee the execution of experiments, ensuring data integrity and reproducibility.
- Analyze and interpret large and complex datasets, utilizing advanced statistical and bioinformatics tools.
- Mentor and guide a team of research scientists and technicians, fostering their professional development.
- Prepare high-quality scientific manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research findings at national and international conferences.
- Contribute to the development of intellectual property, including patent applications.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners to advance research programs.
- Stay current with the latest advancements in biotechnology and related fields.
- Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biochemistry, Bioengineering, or a closely related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of postdoctoral research experience in a relevant scientific domain.
- Demonstrated success in leading independent research programs and securing funding.
- Extensive experience with molecular cloning, gene editing techniques (e.g., CRISPR), protein expression and purification, or other relevant biotechnological methods.
- Proficiency in bioinformatics tools and statistical analysis software.
- Exceptional publication record in reputable scientific journals.
- Strong leadership, mentorship, and project management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, essential for remote collaboration.
Lead Data Scientist, Genomics Research
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and application of advanced statistical and machine learning models for genomic data analysis.
- Design and execute bioinformatics pipelines for processing and analyzing next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
- Identify and validate genetic variants associated with complex diseases and traits.
- Collaborate with biologists, clinicians, and other researchers to define research questions and hypotheses.
- Develop and implement strategies for data integration from various sources (e.g., clinical, molecular, imaging).
- Mentor junior data scientists and bioinformatics specialists.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in genomics, bioinformatics, and data science.
- Present research findings at international conferences and publish in high-impact journals.
- Ensure data integrity, reproducibility, and compliance with ethical guidelines.
- Contribute to grant writing and funding proposals.
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in data science and bioinformatics, with a focus on genomics.
- Extensive experience with statistical genetics methods and software (e.g., PLINK, GCTA).
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R and their scientific libraries (e.g., NumPy, SciPy, Pandas, Scikit-learn).
- Experience with NGS data analysis pipelines (e.g., alignment, variant calling, annotation).
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud, Azure) for large-scale data analysis.
- Strong understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated leadership experience in a research setting.
- Ability to work effectively in a fully remote, collaborative team environment.
This unique remote opportunity offers the chance to be at the forefront of genomic research. While the specific team is based near Naivasha, Nakuru, KE , this position is entirely remote.
Senior Data Scientist - Genomics Research
Posted 5 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and implement advanced statistical and machine learning models for analyzing complex genomic and biological datasets.
- Develop robust bioinformatics pipelines for processing and interpreting next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify patterns, correlations, and significant findings in large biological datasets.
- Collaborate closely with geneticists, molecular biologists, and clinicians to define research questions and translate them into data-driven approaches.
- Visualize and communicate complex analytical results effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Stay abreast of the latest developments in genomics, bioinformatics, machine learning, and computational biology.
- Contribute to the development of new research methodologies and analytical tools.
- Manage data integrity, quality control, and secure storage of sensitive research data.
- Mentor junior data scientists and bioinformaticians on the team.
- Contribute to grant writing and the publication of research findings in peer-reviewed journals.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in data science or bioinformatics, with a focus on genomics and molecular biology data.
- Proven expertise in statistical analysis, machine learning algorithms, and data mining techniques.
- Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics, such as Python (with libraries like pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn) and R.
- Experience with NGS data analysis tools and platforms (e.g., GATK, Samtools, Bioconductor).
- Familiarity with cloud computing environments (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and big data technologies is advantageous.
- Strong understanding of biological pathways, genetic variation, and functional genomics.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote, interdisciplinary team.
- Demonstrated ability to manage research projects and deliver results.
Senior Data Scientist - Genomics Research (Remote)
Posted 17 days ago
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Responsibilities include designing and implementing robust data analysis pipelines for next-generation sequencing (NGS) data, performing variant calling and annotation, and integrating multi-omics data. You will collaborate closely with molecular biologists, geneticists, and clinicians to interpret research findings and translate them into actionable scientific hypotheses. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of statistical genetics, population genetics, and machine learning techniques applied to biological data. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, along with experience in bioinformatics tools and databases, is essential. You will be expected to stay abreast of the latest advancements in genomics and data science, present research findings at conferences, and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
We are looking for an individual with exceptional analytical skills, a strong scientific curiosity, and a proven ability to handle complex and high-dimensional datasets. Experience with cloud computing platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) and big data technologies is highly desirable. You will mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the development of innovative research methodologies. This is a unique chance to be at the forefront of genomic research, making significant contributions to human health and disease understanding, all within a flexible remote work environment. The role is based in **Kitale, Trans-Nzoia, KE**, but is fully remote.
Remote Senior Data Scientist (Genomics Research)
Posted 17 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Design and implement advanced statistical and machine learning models for genomic data analysis.
- Develop novel computational approaches for analyzing large-scale sequencing data (e.g., WGS, WES, RNA-seq).
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary research teams to define research objectives and analytical strategies.
- Perform rigorous data quality control, preprocessing, and feature engineering on complex biological datasets.
- Interpret research findings and communicate results effectively to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
- Contribute to the development of bioinformatics pipelines and tools.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in genomics, bioinformatics, and data science.
- Author and co-author publications in high-impact scientific journals.
- Mentor and guide junior data scientists and research assistants.
- Ph.D. or M.S. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in data science, with a strong focus on genomic or biological data analysis.
- Extensive experience with programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant scientific libraries.
- Proficiency in bioinformatics tools and databases (e.g., GATK, PLINK, Ensembl, TCGA).
- Deep understanding of statistical genetics, machine learning algorithms, and experimental design.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and high-performance computing environments.
- Proven ability to manage complex projects and deliver high-quality research outcomes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of scientific publications.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
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Research Scientist - Genomics
Posted 19 days ago
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Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Genetics, Molecular Biology, Genomics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3 years of post-doctoral or relevant industry research experience.
- Proven expertise in molecular biology techniques and genomic analysis.
- Hands-on experience with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, qPCR, and NGS library preparation.
- Proficiency in bioinformatics tools and software for genomic data analysis (e.g., R, Python, Galaxy).
- Experience with specific sequencing technologies (e.g., Illumina, PacBio) is advantageous.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of scientific publications.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a laboratory setting.
- Demonstrated ability to manage research projects and troubleshoot experiments effectively.
Lead Research Scientist (Genomics)
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and direct cutting-edge research projects focused on human genomics, infectious diseases, or agricultural biotechnology.
- Develop and optimize advanced molecular biology protocols for DNA/RNA extraction, sequencing library preparation, and gene editing.
- Perform sophisticated bioinformatics analysis of high-throughput sequencing data (e.g., whole-genome sequencing, RNA-Seq, ChIP-Seq).
- Develop and implement novel computational methods and algorithms for genomic data analysis and interpretation.
- Interpret complex experimental results and draw scientifically sound conclusions.
- Manage research timelines, resources, and budgets effectively for assigned projects.
- Supervise and mentor a team of junior researchers and technicians, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
- Write and submit grant proposals to secure external funding for research initiatives.
- Prepare manuscripts for publication in high-impact scientific journals.
- Present research findings at national and international scientific meetings and symposia.
- Collaborate with external academic institutions and industry partners to advance research objectives.
- Ensure all research activities are conducted in compliance with ethical guidelines and safety regulations.
- Contribute to the strategic direction of the company's research pipeline and intellectual property development.
Principal Research Scientist - Genomics
Posted 20 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Design and lead cutting-edge research projects in genomics and related fields.
- Develop and implement advanced genomic methodologies, including various NGS platforms and library preparation techniques.
- Perform complex data analysis using bioinformatics tools and pipelines, including variant calling, gene expression analysis, and population genetics.
- Interpret experimental results and translate them into meaningful scientific insights.
- Supervise and mentor a team of postdoctoral researchers, graduate students, and research assistants.
- Collaborate with internal and external partners on interdisciplinary research initiatives.
- Author high-quality manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
- Present research findings at national and international conferences.
- Contribute to the development of grant proposals to secure research funding.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in genomics, bioinformatics, and relevant biological sciences.
- Ensure the highest standards of scientific integrity and data reproducibility.