Bioinformatics Lead - NGS Data & Pipelines

University of Nottingham; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in the UK seeks an experienced bioinformatician to join the Deep Seq facility. The role involves analyzing Next Generation Sequencing datasets, providing expert support to users, and developing pipelines for accurate results. Candidates must hold a PhD or MSc in Bioinformatics and have strong programming skills in languages like Python or R. This permanent position offers the chance to enhance bioinformatics expertise within a multidisciplinary team working with cutting-edge technology.

Qualifications

• PhD or near completion in Bioinformatics, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proficiency with Linux and ability to analyze large datasets.
• Demonstrated programming skills in Python, R, Perl, etc.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret Next Generation Sequencing datasets.
• Provide analytical support and advice to facility users.
• Design and implement novel computational tools.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Data analysis

Programming (Python, R, Perl)

Database management

Linux operating systems

Education

PhD or near completion in Bioinformatics

MSc in Bioinformatics

Tools

Oxford Nanopore Technologies

HPC environments

Nextflow

Snakemake

Job description

A leading research institution in the UK seeks an experienced bioinformatician to join the Deep Seq facility. The role involves analyzing Next Generation Sequencing datasets, providing expert support to users, and developing pipelines for accurate results. Candidates must hold a PhD or MSc in Bioinformatics and have strong programming skills in languages like Python or R. This permanent position offers the chance to enhance bioinformatics expertise within a multidisciplinary team working with cutting-edge technology.