Genomic Data Scientist - Remote & High-Impact Genomics

Praxy; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday

Remote working up to 30 days

Pension plan

Life Assurance

Learning budget

Headspace access

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Genomics England is seeking a Genomic Data Scientist to join the Bioinformatics Consulting team to work on genome analysis and interpretation projects in rare or complex diseases. You will collaborate with researchers and industrial partners to develop analyses using Genomics England datasets and build tools and pipelines for high-quality reports.

You will plan analyses, perform advanced computational analyses on whole genome sequencing and other omics data, and contribute to publications and

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistical or Computational Genetics, Biostatistics, Population Genetics or equivalent.
• Strong programming skills in R and Python with a solid background in statistical genetics.
• Demonstrated experience with whole genome sequencing data and human genetics.
• Experience with long read sequencing data is preferred.
• Experience with GWAS, population genetics, pharmacogenomics or rare disease genomics.

Responsibilities

• Prepare data for downstream analysis including QC and harmonisation across datasets.
• Plan and support analyses with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Perform custom analyses on WGS and other omics data (GWAS, meta-analysis, MR, etc.).
• Review literature and benchmark new analytical approaches.
• Contribute to publications and dissemination of findings.

Skills

R

Python

Statistical genetics

GWAS

Long read sequencing

Nextflow

Cloud computing

Containers

Education

PhD in Statistical/Computational Genetics or equivalent

Tools

Nextflow

Docker

Cloud platforms

Job description

Genomics England is seeking a Genomic Data Scientist to join the Bioinformatics Consulting team to work on genome analysis and interpretation projects in rare or complex diseases. You will collaborate with researchers and industrial partners to develop analyses using Genomics England datasets and build tools and pipelines for high-quality reports.

You will plan analyses, perform advanced computational analyses on whole genome sequencing and other omics data, and contribute to publications and