Computational Biology & Bioinformatics Expert

Great Value Hiring; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Great Value Hiring is seeking a Computational Biology & Bioinformatics Expert (PhD) to lead AI benchmarking workflows in genomics research. You will design, evaluate, and optimize pipelines across NGS data, RNA-seq, and proteomics, delivering reproducible results in a Linux environment.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD or equivalent experience, writes and speaks English at C1+, and is proficient in Python and R with key tools like GATK, BLAST, Bioconductor, Nextflow, and Snakemake.

Qualifications

• PhD level in bioinformatics or related field.
• Proficient in English (C1 or higher) and scientific writing.
• Hands-on experience with biological data (NGS, RNA-seq, variants).
• Strong programming in Python and/or R with standard tools.

Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and critique bioinformatics workflows to support AI benchmarking initiatives.
• Provide expert insights on genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic data analysis pipelines.
• Assess and optimize pipeline parameters, tool configurations, and statistical methods for accuracy and reproducibility.
• Analyze datasets (NGS, RNA-seq, variants, protein structure) and provide actionable recommendations.
• Guide development and validation of biology-related AI models and tools.
• Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly to technical and non-technical collaborators.
• Document findings and methodologies to ensure knowledge transfer across the customer s team.

Education

PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or closely related field

Tools

Python

R

BLAST

samtools

GATK

Bioconductor

Biopython

Nextflow

Snakemake

Job description

Computational Biology & Bioinformatics Expert (PhD) [$45 - $90/hour]

Key Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and critique bioinformatics and computational biology workflows to support AI benchmarking initiatives
• Provide expert-level insights on genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic data analysis pipelines
• Assess and optimize pipeline parameters, tool configurations, and statistical methods for accuracy and reproducibility
• Analyze biological datasets (e.g., NGS, RNA-seq, variant calling, protein structure) and provide actionable recommendations
• Leverage domain knowledge to guide the development and validation of biology-related AI models and tools
• Communicate complex scientific concepts clearly, both in writing and verbally, to technical and non-technical collaborators
• Document findings, methodologies, and best practices to ensure knowledge transfer across the customer s team

Required Skills And Qualifications

• PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, genomics, or a closely related field, or equivalent industry/research experience
• Professional written and spoken English (C1 or higher)
• Hands-on experience analyzing biological data (e.g., NGS, RNA-seq, variant analysis)
• Proficiency in Python and/or R for scientific analysis, plus experience with standard bioinformatics tools (e.g., BLAST, samtools, GATK, Bioconductor, Biopython)
• Experience building reproducible workflows with tools such as Nextflow or Snakemake, and comfort working in Linux/command-line environments
• Strong statistical, quantitative, and analytical reasoning skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to clearly document and explain technical concepts
• Track record of rigorous scientific problem-solving in complex biological domains

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI/ML-assisted biology workflows or benchmarking
• Peer-reviewed publications, patents, or contributions to open-source bioinformatics software
• Background in single-cell analysis, structural biology, proteomics, or drug discovery
• prediction/retrosynthesis