Bioinformatics Scientist

Kyvor Genomics; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personalized medicine company based in Chennai is looking for a Bioinformatics Scientist to analyze and interpret sequenced cancer genome samples. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining and improving analysis pipelines, utilize tools for cancer sequencing data analysis, and collaborate across teams. A PhD or Master's with relevant experience is required, along with proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Perl, and R. This is a full-time position with a competitive salary based on industry standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in NGS data analysis, DNA sequence analysis including variant calling and interpretation.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in using bioinformatics tools and biological databases.
• Understanding of essential statistical methodologies for analysis.
• Proficiency in Python, R, Perl and related bioinformatics packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain Genomic Data Analysis pipelines.
• Evaluate, validate, and implement computational approaches and tools.
• Prepare reports and presentations as required.
• Mentor Bioinformatics Analysts and Programmers.

Skills

NGS data analysis

DNA sequence analysis

bioinformatics tools

Python

Perl

R programming

statistical methodologies

cloud computing

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / Genetics / Computer Science

Master’s degree with 5 years of relevant work experience

Tools

GATK

Bioconductor

Samtools

NGS pipelines

Job description

Job Description – Bioinformatics Scientist

About the Company

Kyvor Genomics Pvt. Ltd. is a subsidiary of Kyvor Genomics Inc., USA. Kyvor is a personalized medicine company with an initial focus on cancer. It is currently expanding its base in Chennai, India.

Job Summary

As a Bioinformatics Scientist you will be responsible for the analysis and interpretation of sequenced cancer genome samples. This includes maintenance, benchmarking, and continuous improvement of our analysis pipelines, as well as participation in downstream analysis by applying existing tools and algorithms to analyse cancer sequencing data, collaborating with other teams to develop new tools.

Job Type

Full-Time

CTC

As per the Industry Standards

Location

Chennai

Shift

10AM – 6PM (General)

Reporting To

Head - Clinical Genomics

Educational Qualification

PhD in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / Genetics / Computer Science or Master’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant work experience.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Active contribution in setting up, managing and maintaining Genomic Data Analysis pipelines
• Critically evaluate, validate and implement innovative computational approaches and latest bioinformatic technologies and tools for the analysis of large sequence datasets from NGS technologies
• Prepare reports and presentations as required
• Mentor Bioinformatics Analysts and Programmers

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong knowledge in NGS data analysis, DNA sequence analysis including variant calling, annotation and interpretation
• Extensive knowledge and experience in using existing bioinformatics tools and biological databases
• Understanding of essential statistical methodologies required for bioinformatics analysis
• Experience with cloud computing environments (optional)
• Proficient in programming languages Python, Perl, R programming and various packages related to bioinformatics
• Strong command of the English language is essential