Senior Genomic Data Scientist, Pharmacogenomics Lead

Genomics England; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading genomic healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Senior Data Scientist to lead pharmacogenomics analysis. This role involves contributing to study design and collaborating on data-processing pipelines to analyze genome data. Candidates should have extensive experience in bioinformatics and hold a PhD in a related field. The position offers a 2-year fixed-term contract with competitive salary starting from £62,000, plus generous leave and benefits.

Benefits

30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Defined contribution pension

Employee recognition programme

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in human germline DNA analysis.
• Deep understanding of bioinformatic techniques related to whole genome sequencing.
• Proficiency in Python and knowledge of statistical methods.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to study design focusing on statistical evaluations.
• Benchmark bioinformatics tools for genome data analysis.
• Collaborate in developing data-processing pipelines.

Skills

Human germline DNA analysis

Bioinformatic techniques

Programming (Python)

Collaborative work

Analytical skills

Education

PhD in Genetics or Bioinformatics

Tools

Bioinformatics tools

High-performance computing

Job description

A leading genomic healthcare organization in the UK seeks a Senior Data Scientist to lead pharmacogenomics analysis. This role involves contributing to study design and collaborating on data-processing pipelines to analyze genome data. Candidates should have extensive experience in bioinformatics and hold a PhD in a related field. The position offers a 2-year fixed-term contract with competitive salary starting from £62,000, plus generous leave and benefits.