Senior Scientist

Genomics; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative health tech company is seeking a Senior Scientist to lead groundbreaking research in genomics. This role involves developing Polygenic Risk Scores and utilizing advanced statistical techniques to analyze complex genomic data. You will work collaboratively with a skilled team to drive transformative projects that enhance personalized medicine. With a commitment to improving healthcare through cutting-edge science, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact. If you are passionate about genomics and want to shape the future of healthcare, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Generous Holiday Allowance

Health Insurance

Pension Plan

Training and Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Hours

Equity Offering

Charity Giving Scheme

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in foundational genetic association analyses.
• Strong competency in statistical programming for genomic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Drive innovation in genomic data analysis and project leadership.
• Develop Polygenic Risk Scores using advanced statistical techniques.

Skills

Statistical Programming (R, Python)

Genetic Association Analyses (GWAS, PRS)

Data Mining

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

PhD in Genetics or related field

Master's in Statistics

Tools

R

Python

Job description

Genomics Cambridge, England, United Kingdom

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Location: Oxford, London or Cambridge ~ with a blend of 40% in office, with the rest flexible to remote working.

About Us

We’re a pioneering health tech company on a mission to revolutionise the way we all understand and support our health. Our mission is simple: to help people, and those who care for them, make better decisions that lead to longer, fuller lives.

We focus on the common diseases that affect billions, the ones that put the greatest strain on our healthcare systems.Each person is unique, and by decoding the insights in our DNA, we’re building cutting-edge tools and platforms that enable truly personalised medicine. From prevention and early screening, to diagnosis, treatment, and even the development of new medicines – there is so much more to discover and build to support people at each step of their healthcare journey. With our leading science and brilliant partners, we can make healthcare smarter, more precise, and more personal. Our vision is bold: a world where everyone benefits from genomics.

If you’re inspired by the potential of cutting-edge science and technology – and want to have a real impact on the future of healthcare – we’d love to hear from you.

A Day in the Life

As a Senior Scientist, you'll drive innovation and collaboration, devising groundbreaking scientific approaches that help to shape team direction. You’ll communicate your discoveries effectively, and be a spearhead in leading transformative projects across the team.

You’ll forge cutting-edge methods to craft Polygenic Risk Scores by harnessing genomic, real-world and clinical data. Using a strategic approach, you will utilise advanced statistical techniques to prioritise therapeutics targets to unveil new treatment possibilities.

Success here demands a robust grasp of statistical human genetics applied inventively. You'll excel in unraveling complex genomic data and possess a knack for uncovering key insights, whilst working collectively with your highly skilled team.

Who You Are

• Experience in performing foundational genetic association analyses (e.g., GWAS; PRS)
• Strong competency in statistical programming (e.g., R, Python) sufficient to enable large-scale genomic data analysis
• Experience in data mining and/or management of large datasets.
• Confident in engaging with a variety of stakeholders, contributing and supporting in the delivery of presentations to customers.
  
  

So what's in it for you?

• Competitive compensation: Our salaries are externally benchmarked annually to ensure you receive compensation that aligns with the market. In addition, this role comes with an equity offering.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: 25 days of annual leave, an additional 3-day company shutdown at the end of the year, plus bank holidays. More time for you to unwind and enjoy.
• Invest in Your Future: Take advantage of our training and development opportunities, from regular training courses to access to a wide range of L&D materials. We're committed to helping you grow and succeed!
• Wellbeing: Join a company that values you at work and outside work. We offer a range of benefits, including a pension that increases every year that you work here, comprehensive health insurance for you and your family, critical illness coverage, and life insurance. We also offer enhanced paid family leave.
• An inclusive workplace: Genomics, we offer our 'Bank Your Bank Holiday' program, allowing you to exchange public holidays for dates that hold personal or cultural significance to you. It's our way of ensuring that every member of our community feels valued and included.
• Charity giving: Make a difference with our payroll giving scheme. Donate to your favourite charities tax-free and help make the world a better place!
• Green Commute: Join our cycle-to-work scheme and enjoy a healthier, eco-friendly commute. We are also conveniently located by major transport hubs so public transport is a snip. It's good for you and the planet!
  
  

Would you like to learn more? Great, we’d love to chat. Please reach out for more information and to see if this opportunity is right for you!

Genomics is dedicated to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Genomics politely requests no contact from recruitment agencies. We do not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies nor accept the fees associated with them.

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