Hybrid Genomic Data Lead & Annotation Specialist

European Molecular Biology Laboratory; Saffron Walden; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biosciences organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead its genomic data analysis team. You will manage a skilled group, ensuring gene annotation meets high standards and leveraging innovative technologies. With a PhD in genome science or a related field, your leadership capabilities and expertise in biological data analysis will be critical to advancing the organization’s objectives. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Generous vacation policy

Financial incentives

Private medical insurance

Flexible working arrangements

Relocation package

Access to on-campus amenities

Qualifications

• PhD in genome science, molecular biology, genetics, or related discipline.
• Experience leading projects, teams, or large-scale collaborations.
• Confident use of genome browsers and Linux/Unix.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of genomic data analysts.
• Produce and oversee manual gene and transcript annotation.
• Identify opportunities to advance gene annotation using new insights and technologies.

Skills

Genome annotation

Molecular biology

Data analysis skills

Scripting

Leadership capability

Education

PhD in genome science, molecular biology, or related discipline

Tools

Linux/Unix

Genome browsers (Ensembl, UCSC, NCBI)

Job description

A leading biosciences organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to lead its genomic data analysis team. You will manage a skilled group, ensuring gene annotation meets high standards and leveraging innovative technologies. With a PhD in genome science or a related field, your leadership capabilities and expertise in biological data analysis will be critical to advancing the organization’s objectives. This position offers a competitive salary and hybrid working options.