Lead Bioinformatician - Pathogen Genomics & MMM

Institute for Modern; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

38 days’ paid holiday

Pension scheme

Travel discounts

Professional development opportunities

Free entry to Botanic Gardens

Discounts at University museums

Job summary

The University of Oxford is seeking a creative Bioinformatician to lead the design, conduct, supervision and publication of bioinformatic analyses in the Modernising Medical Microbiology (MMM) Unit, based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.

This full-time, fixed-term post offers an exciting opportunity to work with public health experts, microbiologists and epidemiologists, translating research into NHS and private sector applications.

Qualifications

• PhD (or near completion) in a relevant scientific subject; strong track record in bioinformatics.
• Experience analyzing microbial pathogen genetics using appropriate tools.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language and ability to work with complex data workflows.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and conduct of bioinformatic analyses within the MMM Unit.
• Supervise projects and contribute to publications.
• Collaborate with NHS, public health bodies and international partners to translate findings into practice.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Pathogen genetics

Programming

Project management

Education

PhD (or near completion)

BSc or equivalent

Tools

Genomics tools

Job description

The University of Oxford is seeking a creative Bioinformatician to lead the design, conduct, supervision and publication of bioinformatic analyses in the Modernising Medical Microbiology (MMM) Unit, based at the John Radcliffe Hospital, Oxford.

This full-time, fixed-term post offers an exciting opportunity to work with public health experts, microbiologists and epidemiologists, translating research into NHS and private sector applications.