AGC Bioinformatician - Competition ID: 3894

Kwantlen Polytechnic University; Surrey; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Computational Biologist to lead bioinformatics research at the Applied Genomics Centre. This role involves designing and implementing bioinformatic pipelines, analyzing genomic data, and collaborating with industry partners. The successful candidate will supervise student researchers and maintain large datasets, contributing significantly to innovative research projects. If you are passionate about bioinformatics and eager to make an impact in applied genomics, this is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Bioinformatics or related discipline required.
• 2+ years experience in NGS data analysis is essential.
• Proficiency in Python, R, and Unix/Linux systems is a must.

Responsibilities

• Lead bioinformatics projects and build pipelines for research.
• Provide training and supervision to undergraduate researchers.
• Execute laboratory experiments and maintain bioinformatics tools.

Skills

Bioinformatics Analysis

NGS Data Analysis

Python Programming

R Programming

Unix/Linux Systems

Molecular Biology Techniques

Communication Skills

Planning and Organization Skills

Education

Master’s in Bioinformatics

Tools

SAMtools

BAMtools

VCFtools

Bowtie

QIIME

Mothur

DADA2

Job description

ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

This role reports to the Research and Partners Manager, Applied Genomics Centre

SUMMARY

The Computational Biologist will play a significant leadership role in research projects within the Applied Genomics Centre (AGC) by conceptualizing, designing and building bioinformatic pipelines and protocols for applied research projects. They will also be responsible for organizing and maintaining large data sets and bioinformatic tools for the AGC. This individual will work closely with industry partners under the supervision and direction of the AGC Director. Where appropriate, they may also help supervise and train student researchers working in the AGC laboratories.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide research support and tools for the AGC Director, Faculty, and AGC senior leadership.
• Meet with industry partners to help with project planning and design.
• Execute bioinformatics analysis required for research projects, including quality control, and troubleshooting when necessary.
• Download sequence data from public databases and AGC’s Illumina MiSeq, ONT MinION, and iScan systems for processing and analysis.
• Download open source bioinformatics tools and customize as needed for genomic data analysis.
• Design custom bioinformatics scripts and tools for genomic data analysis.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations, collaboratively and under the direction of AGC’s senior leadership.
• Provide on-site supervision and training to undergraduate student researchers as needed.
• Help organize and maintain high-throughput data, bioinformatics scripts, and tools.
• Execute laboratory experiments required for research projects, when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s in Bioinformatics or related discipline.
• Minimum two years of demonstrated experience with NGS data analysis. Level of experience will determine pay.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and Unix/Linux systems.
• Proficiency working with high performance computing clusters.
• Proficiency working with Ensemble, NCBI and UCSC genome browsers, and other genomic databases.
• Experience with metagenomics data analysis, whole genome sequencing analysis, and/or GWAS.
• Proficiency in utilizing bioinformatics tools and pipelines such as SAMtools, BAMtools, VCFtools, Bowtie, QIIME, Mothur, DADA2.
• Experience with long-read Nanopore data analysis is an asset.
• Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques such as qPCR, Sanger Sequencing, NGS, or Illumina SNP arrays.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organization skills.

*Salary Information

Anticipated hourly pay rate: $34 - $50