Director Bioinformatics (m/f/d)

Indivumed; Hamburg; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading biotech company seeks a Director of Bioinformatics to lead their Data Analytics team. This role involves developing cutting-edge computational methods for oncology drug discovery, fostering a culture of excellence, and collaborating with various teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in bioinformatics and a passion for advancing cancer therapeutics.

Leistungen

Grant for HVV ProfiTicket/Deutschlandticket

Subsidy for sports membership and events

Company pension scheme

Company doctor

Fresh fruits and drinks

Christmas and summer party

Flexible working hours

German and English courses

30 days holiday

24th and 31st of December as holidays

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years of leadership experience in oncology bioinformatics.
• Expertise in large-scale omics data analysis.
• Strong background in machine learning and computational biology.

Aufgaben

• Lead the Data Analytics team and develop bioinformatics pipelines.
• Identify and drive initiatives for exploring omics data.
• Communicate complex findings to diverse audiences.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Problem-Solving

Communication

Statistical Methods

Machine Learning

Ausbildung

Ph.D. in Bioinformatics

Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Ph.D. in Mathematics

Tools

Python

R

Perl

Jobbeschreibung

Indivumed is a biotech company focused on precision oncology. We discover therapeutically novel targets for the development of precision cancer therapeutics and strive for a future in which every cancer patient can benefit from precise therapeutic treatments.

To achieve this goal, we dedicate our skills and knowledge in cancer research to the identification, validation, and preclinical development of first-in-class therapeutics. With more than twenty years of experience and a truly unique resource, based on a standardized collection process that secures a cold ischemia time of under 10 minutes, we are committed to transforming oncology for bringing the best possible therapies to patients.

Your responsibilities:

As Director of Bioinformatics you will become the driving force behind our Data Analytics team.

In this pivotal position, you will chart the strategic course and spearhead the development and

implementation of cutting-edge computational methods that propel our oncology drug discovery

and development initiatives.

• Develop and demonstrate leadership – long-term and day-to-day – for our team of 11 highly skilled computational biologists, biomathematics, physicists, and medicinal chemists, fostering a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and innovation.


• Creatively identify, shape and drive initiatives towards exploring internal and external large-scale omics data within the oncology domain towards identifying novel scientific insights (disease understanding, targets, biomarkers, etc.).


• Lead the design, development, and optimization of bioinformatics pipelines and oversee the development of high-throughput bioinformatics workflows.


• Establish and maintain excellent standards for data analysis, integrity, and reproducibility across all projects, and ensure bioinformatics platforms to adhere to applicable regulatory standards and industry best practices in software validation and data security.


• Develop and apply advanced statistical and AI methods to model biological systems and predict therapeutic outcomes.


• Work with LIMS, IT, and clinical data science teams to integrate bioinformatics workflows into clinical and research pipelines.


• Support key partnerships with networking clinics, academic institutions, and pharmaceutical collaborators to drive bioinformatics innovation in oncology.


• Stay abreast of the latest developments in bioinformatics, biomathematics, and related fields, and apply innovative approaches to enhance our R&D capabilities.


• Communicate complex computational findings to a diverse audience, including non-experts, through presentations, reports, and publications.


• Contribute to the strategic planning and execution of the company's R&D goals and objectives.

Our requirements:

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Mathematics, or a related field and relevant experience in the field of oncology.


• 5+ years of leadership experience in oncology bioinformatics / computational biology.


• Demonstrated expertise in using computational approaches to support target identification and/or biomarker discovery.


• Expertise in the analysis of large-scale omics data and the application of bioinformatics tools and databases.


• Strong background in machine learning, algorithm development, and computational biology applied to multi-omics data.


• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl, and experience with bioinformatics software and platforms.


• Strong knowledge of statistical and machine learning methods and their application to biological data.


• Sound understanding of regulatory compliance and clinical bioinformatics validation processes


• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.


• Strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex data and concepts to a diverse audience.


• A passion for scientific discovery and a commitment to advancing oncology drug development.

Your benefits

• Demanding area of responsibility in a fast-growing company


• Grant for the HVV ProfiTicket/Deutschlandticket


• Subsidy for sports membership and events


• Company pension scheme


• Company doctor


• Fresh fruits and drinks


• Christmas and summer party


• Flexible working hours


• German and English courses


• 30 days holiday


• The 24th and 31st of December are holidays and won´t be deducted from your annual holidays.

Would You Like to Contribute to the Success of Our Company?

Please apply online and include your salary expectations and current notice period.