Lead Proteomics Bioinformatician — Translational Biomarkers

SLS Services Limited; Oxford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology company in Oxford seeks a skilled Bioinformatician to lead the bioinformatics function. The role involves analyzing proteomics datasets, conducting statistical analyses, and using Python for automation. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in proteomics analysis and a degree in a relevant biological discipline. This position offers opportunities to contribute significantly to the development of translational biomarker tests for neurodegenerative diseases.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in proteomics data analysis and visualisation, ideally in a commercial setting.
• Experience in bioinformatics or a related field, with a focus on commercial or applied settings.
• Familiarity with statistical analyses such as PCA, PLS-DA, Volcano plots, and regression models.

Responsibilities

• Analyse and visualise targeted proteomics datasets.
• Conduct univariate and multivariate statistical analyses.
• Produce high-quality outputs for reports, patent applications, and peer-reviewed publications.
• Perform pathway analysis.
• Use Python to automate experimental design, data analysis, and workflows where applicable.
• Build and maintain internal relational databases.

Skills

Proteomics data analysis

Python programming

Strong communication skills

Data visualization

Education

Degree in life science or biological discipline

PhD in Bioinformatics or related discipline

Tools

LC-MS platforms

Job description

A biotechnology company in Oxford seeks a skilled Bioinformatician to lead the bioinformatics function. The role involves analyzing proteomics datasets, conducting statistical analyses, and using Python for automation. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in proteomics analysis and a degree in a relevant biological discipline. This position offers opportunities to contribute significantly to the development of translational biomarker tests for neurodegenerative diseases.