Biomedical Data Manager (f/m/x)

Universität zu Köln; Köln; Vor Ort; EUR 52.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Cologne is seeking a Biomedical Data Manager to support genomic data analysis, data governance, and ML-driven research on aging and mutagenesis. You will design data infrastructures, metadata schemas, and SOPs while collaborating with genetics researchers and the CE CAD cluster.

Strong Linux, Python, R, and communication skills are required for this full-time role. The position is based in Cologne, with a focus on secure handling of large genomics datasets and interdisciplinary

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in bioinformatics, bioengineering, genetics, or related field
• Strong experience with Linux/Unix command-line
• Familiarity with HPC storage architectures
• Strong attention to detail and systematic approach
• Understanding of genetics, genomics data types and large data volumes
• Excellent written and spoken English skills

Aufgaben

• Design and implement standardized folder hierarchies and naming conventions across HPC storage systems
• Develop metadata schemas to enable data collection, retrieval, and lifecycle management for large data volumes
• Collaborate on SOPs for genomic data analysis, including machine learning and deep learning
• Develop guidelines for organizing personally sensitive data and best practices for research teams
• Lead and participate in research projects in somatic mutagenesis and collaborate with researchers
• Advise researchers on data organization best practices
• Develop documentation, templates, and standard operating procedures

Kenntnisse

Linux/Unix CLI

HPC storage

Python

R

Machine learning

Data governance

English communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's or Master’s in bioinformatics

Jobbeschreibung

We are one of the largest and oldest universities in Europe and one of the most important employers in our region.Our broad range of subjects, the dynamic development of our main research areas and our central location in Cologne make us attractive for students and researchers from around the world. We offer a wide range of career opportunities in science, technology, and administration.

The Poetsch Group is looking for a Biomedical DataManager (f/m/x) to support the team in its research ongenomes and their changes with age, as well as on thedevelopment of cancer. The position focuses on the collaborative development of an infrastructure and workflow for data analysis and the application of machine learning to awide range of datasets on somatic mutagenesis.

YOUR TASKS» Designing and implementing standardized folder

hierarchies and naming conventions acrossHPC storage systems

» Development of metadata schemas to enable efficientdata collection, retrieval, and data lifecycle managementfor large quantities of data

» Collaborative implementation of standard operatingprocedures for the analysis of genomic data, includingthe application of machine learning and deep learning

» Development and implementation of guidelines forthe organization of personally sensitive data andbest practices for research teams

» Implementation of research projects in the field ofsomatic mutagenesis and collaboration with researchers

» Advising Researchers on best practices for dataorganization

» Developing documentation, templates, and standardoperating procedures

YOUR PROFILE» Bachelor‘s or Master‘s degree in bioinformatics,

bioengineering, genetics, or a related field» Strong experience with Linux/Unix command-line

» Familiarity with HPC storage architectures and

» Strong attention to detail and systematic approach

» An understanding of scientific research processes in

genetics, data types in genomics, and the correspondingly large volumes of data

» Excellent communication skills to work with diversetechnical and non-technical users

» Proficiency in Python and R for data analysis

» Experience with machine learning would be

advantageous

» Very good interpersonal and communication skills; inparticular, the ability to effectively work in a diverse,collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment

» Excellent written and spoken English skills are an

WE OFFER» Opportunity to receive training in cutting-edge methods

in bioinformatics, using also deep learning on genomicsdata

» A diverse working environment with equal opportunities

Support in balancing work and family life

Extensive advanced training opportunities

Occupational health management offers

Flexible working time models

The University of Cologne promotes equal opportunities anddiversity. Women will be considered preferentially in accordance with the Equal Opportunities Act of North Rhine-Westphalia (Landesgleichstellungsgesetz – LGG NRW). We also expressly welcome applications from all suitable candidatesregardless of their gender, nationality, ethnic and socialorigin, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation and identity.

The position is available at the earliest possible time ona full-time basis (39,83 hours per week). The position isto be filled for a fixed term for 24 months. If the applicantmeets the relevant wage requirements and personalqualifications, the salary is based on remuneration group11 TV-L of the pay scale for the German public sector.

Biomedical Data Manager (f/m/x)

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences

Institute for Genetics (IfG) and the Cologne Cluster of Excellence on Aging and Aging-associated Diseases (CECAD)