Software Engineer - Python (m/f/d)

Leibniz-Institut DSMZ-Deutsche Sammlung von Mikroorganismen und Zellkulturen GmbH; Braunschweig; Hybrid; EUR 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading research facility in Braunschweig, Germany, is offering a full-time position for a Bioinformatician / Research Software Engineer to develop databases for genomic surveillance of pathogens. Key responsibilities include database maintenance, integration, and bioinformatics pipelines. Applicants should have a Master's degree in a relevant field, strong programming skills in Python and JavaScript, and experience in database development. Flexible work options are available, promoting a good work-life balance.

Leistungen

Direct involvement in database design

Access to high-performance computing clusters

Interdisciplinary working environment

Education and training

Flexible work options

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in computer science, natural sciences, or information sciences.
• Experience in object-oriented programming (preferably Python and JavaScript).
• Knowledge in web and database development including HTML5, CSS3, and PHP.

Aufgaben

• Develop and maintain databases on the EnteroBase platform.
• Integrate databases with other resources like DSMZ Digital Diversity.
• Implement pipelines for bioinformatics analysis.

Kenntnisse

Object-oriented programming (Python, JavaScript)

Web and database development

HTML5, CSS3, PHP

Version control systems (Bitbucket)

Good command of English

Linux shell-based bioinformatics tools

Interest in interdisciplinary work

Ausbildung

Master's degree in computer science, natural sciences or information sciences

Jobbeschreibung

Job offer

03/26

Bioinformatician / Research Software Engineer (m/f/d)

"Databases for genomic surveillance of emerging pathogens"

The Leibniz Institute DSMZ‑German Collection of Microorganisms and Cell Cultures GmbH, Braunschweig, Germany, offers a position as a Bioinformatician / Research Software Engineer (m/f/d). The position is funded by the German Center for Infection Research (DZIF) and is part of the DZIF infrastructure Bioresources, Biodata and Digital Health (https://www.dzif.de/en/infrastructures). The appointment will be initially for 3 years and subject to extension based on a positive interim evaluation. The salary‑level will be up to TV‑L 13, according to personal qualification. The position is offered full time and is not appropriate for part‑time work. Starting date will be as soon as possible.

Responsibilities

We develop databases for pathogen genome sequences and associated metadata to support microbiologists, clinicians and epidemiologists with access to data and standardized analytical services. Your tasks will include the development and maintenance of databases based on the EnteroBase platform (https://enterobase.dsmz.de/), their integration with other databases (e.g. DSMZ Digital Diversity resources, European Nucleotide Archive) and the implementation of pipelines for bioinformatics analysis (e.g. for long‑read sequencing data). The job requires close interaction with collaboration partners, both national and international.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in computer science, natural sciences or information sciences
• Experience in working with object‑oriented programming languages (preferably Python and JavaScript)
• Experience in web and database development, knowledge of HTML5, CSS3 and PHP
• Knowledge of version control systems (Bitbucket) and bug trackers
• A good command of English
• Experience with Linux shell‑based bioinformatics tools and genome data will be a plus
• Interest in interdisciplinary work

Benefits

• Direct involvement in the (re)design of databases
• Plenty of room for creativity & challenging topics
• Access to in‑house high‑performance computing clusters (2,464 CPUs, 18 TB RAM)
• An interdisciplinary working environment with frequent exchange of experiences
• A motivated team and a pleasant working atmosphere in a scientific environment
• Education and training
• Mobile office work is possible for up to three days per week
• A company certified according to audit berufundfamilie, therefore flexible possibilities to combine work and family life

The DSMZ strives to increase the proportion of female scientists and encourage female candidates specifically to apply. Disabled applicants with identical technical and personal qualification will be preferentially selected. In the case of degrees obtained abroad, proof of equivalence with a German degree must be enclosed. For further information, please refer to the website of the Central Office for Foreign Education (ZAB).

The DSMZ Is An Equal Opportunity Employer, Supports Balanced Work‑life Career Development, And Holds The Certificate Of The Audit Berufundfamilie®.