Bioinformatician II

AskBio; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company based in Edinburgh is seeking a Bioinformatician II to develop computational methods for analyzing biological data. This role requires expertise in omics data and strong programming skills, particularly in Python. The candidate should have a PhD or relevant master's degree with substantial industry experience. This opportunity offers a unique chance to contribute to innovative gene therapy research.

Qualifications

• Experience developing computational methods for biological data analysis.
• Experience with clinical or translational research data.
• Knowledge of gene therapy and its bioinformatics challenges.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational methods for biological data analysis.
• Collaborate with international teams for data analysis needs.
• Mentor junior team members and foster collaboration.

Skills

Strong programming skills in Python

Experience in statistical analysis of DNA sequence and molecular datasets

Expertise in processing and analysing omic datasets, particularly NGS data

Familiarity with Unix/Linux-based systems

Education

PhD in bioinformatics or related discipline

Master's degree in bioinformatics with relevant experience

Tools

R

MATLAB

Docker

Snakemake

Nextflow

Git

Job description

Overview

Opportunity for Secondment to AskBio

We\'re pleased to share an exciting secondment opportunity at AskBio. This role is available for a time period to be determined by leadership at both Bayer and AskBio. While most assignments range from one to two years, the exact duration will be based on business needs and mutual agreement. This secondment offers a unique chance to broaden your experience, expand your knowledge, and contribute meaningfully to AskBio\'s mission: to advance gene therapy and change the lives of patients around the world.

If you\'re interested in exploring this opportunity, we encourage you to:

• Speak with your direct manager to discuss your interest and alignment with your development goals.
• Apply directly using the link provided in the posting.

We look forward to seeing how our colleagues continue to grow and make an impact across the Bayer-AskBio partnership.

Position Summary

The Bioinformatician II develops and implements computational methods for analysing proprietary biological data, supporting cross-functional teams with tailored bioinformatics solutions. The selected individual will have expertise in omics data analysis, statistical methods, and scientific programming. The role contributes to innovative computational research in gene therapy, advancing AskBio\'s platform-enabled product approach.

This position is located at our Edinburgh, UK site and will report to the Senior Director, Bioinformatics and Machine Learning.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational methods and algorithms for the analysis of proprietary biological data
• Collaborate with cross-functional international teams to understand data analysis needs and provide tailored bioinformatics solutions
• Contribute to the design and optimisation of bioinformatics pipelines and workflows to improve data processing and analysis
• Stay up to date with advancements in bioinformatics, machine learning, and data science, integrating relevant approaches into ongoing work
• Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders, including senior leadership and non-expert audiences
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering a culture of collaboration and learning

Minimum Requirements

• PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related discipline with at least 2 years of postdoctoral or industry experience OR Master\'s degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related field with at least 8 years of relevant industry or research experience
• Strong programming skills in Python
• Experience in statistical analysis of DNA sequence and molecular datasets
• Expertise in processing and analysing omic datasets, particularly next-generation sequencing (NGS) data
• Familiarity with Unix/Linux-based systems and command-line environments

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills

• Experience developing computational methods for biological data analysis
• Experience working with clinical or translational research data
• Proficiency in additional data analysis languages (e.g., R, MATLAB)
• Knowledge of containerisation tools such as Docker
• Familiarity with integrating multi-omics datasets
• Experience with workflow management systems such as Snakemake or Nextflow.
• Knowledge of gene therapy and its bioinformatics challenges
• Expertise in structural biology, particularly in protein structure modelling, interactions, and computational structural analysis
• Experience contributing to cross-disciplinary and global research projects
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative development practices

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