Senior Research Scientist - Genomics

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, retirement, and insurance

Professional development opportunities

Access to sequencing platforms

Collaborative research environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Scientist with deep expertise in Genomics to join their cutting-edge team in Kimberley, Canada. You will drive forward understanding of genetic variation and disease by designing and executing advanced genomic studies on large-scale datasets.

The role involves developing analytical approaches, applying statistical genetics, and collaborating across bioinformatics and experimental biology.

Qualifications

• PhD in Genomics, Genetics, Bioinformatics, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of genomics research experience.
• Experience with NGS technologies.
• Strong programming in Python or R.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute NGS experiments and analyze data.
• Develop computational tools and methods for genomic data.
• Investigate genetic associations with diseases using genomic approaches.
• Collaborate with bioinformatics and experimental teams.
• Publish findings and present at meetings.

Skills

Genomics research

Data analysis

NGS analysis

Python

R

Population genetics

Bioinformatics pipelines

Scientific communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Genomics

Tools

Genomic software

NGS platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Research Scientist with deep expertise in Genomics to join their cutting-edge research team in Kimberley . This role is central to driving forward our understanding of genetic variation and its impact on disease, through the design and execution of advanced genomic studies. You will work with large-scale genomic datasets, develop novel analytical approaches, and collaborate with a diverse group of scientists to uncover new insights. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to impactful research within a dynamic scientific community in the Northern Cape .

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement next-generation sequencing (NGS) experiments and analyze genomic data.
• Develop and apply computational tools and statistical methods for genomic data analysis.
• Investigate genetic associations with diseases or complex traits using various genomic approaches.
• Collaborate with bioinformatics teams and experimental biologists to interpret genomic findings.
• Contribute to the development of new genomic technologies and applications.
• Prepare detailed reports, present findings at scientific meetings, and contribute to publications.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Genomics, Genetics, Bioinformatics, or a related life science field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in genomics research, including hands-on experience with NGS technologies.
• Proficiency in analyzing large-scale genomic datasets (e.g., WGS, WES, RNA-Seq).
• Strong understanding of population genetics, statistical genetics, and bioinformatics pipelines.
• Experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, R) and relevant genomic software.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for research conducted in Kimberley.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-driven bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits package.
• Generous opportunities for professional development, including conference attendance.
• Access to state-of-the-art genomic sequencing and analysis platforms.
• A collaborative and forward-thinking research environment in Kimberley.