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29.04.2025

13.06.2025

Project: iRNA@IIT

Commitment & contract: fixed term contract, full time, 36 months duration

Location: Center for Human Technologies – Genova

WHO WE ARE

At IIT we work enthusiastically to develop human-centered Science and Technology to tackle some of the most pressing societal challenges of our times and transfer these technologies to the production system and society. Our Genoa headquarter is strictly inter-connected with our 11 centers around Italy and two outer-stations based in the US for a truly interdisciplinary experience.

YOUR TEAM

You’ll be working in a multicultural and multi-disciplinary group, where molecular biologists, genomic technologists, and computational scientists collaborate, each with their own expertise, to carry out common research.

Within the team, your main responsibilities will be:

1. Managing large amounts of sequencing data and setting up standardized DNAseq/RNAseq analysis pipelines and software infrastructure for the Genomics Facility users.

WHAT WOULD MAKE YOU SHINE

• Master's in Bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related field
• At least 2 years of documented experience in the field
• Experience with high throughput DNA/RNA sequencing data analysis and related computational tools
• Strong knowledge of bioinformatics data types and formats
• Proficiency in Linux, HPC clusters, and scheduling systems (e.g., Slurm, PBS)
• Background in molecular biology, good communication skills, and willingness to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment, interacting extensively with experimental life scientists at IIT
• Ability to document, organize, and publish research data properly
• Good command of spoken and written English

EXTRA AWESOME

• Proficiency in R or Python
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab)
• Knowledge of Oxford Nanopore sequencing data formats and pipelines
• Skills in managing -omic datasets, developing analysis pipelines with container systems (Docker, Singularity), and workflow engines (Nextflow, Snakemake)
• Good time and priority management
• Ability to work in a challenging, international environment

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Competitive salary package for international standards
• Private healthcare coverage
• Wide range of staff discounts

WHAT’S IN FOR YOU?

• An inclusive, multicultural environment welcoming you with open arms. Discrimination is a big NO for us!
• A vibrant environment encouraging collaboration and discovery in our labs
• Support during relocation with a dedicated team
• Opportunities for startuppers and business-minded individuals to connect with talented professionals
• An innovative, stimulating culture aiming to impact society positively
• Adherence to core values: integrity, courage, societal responsibility, and inclusivity, guiding our actions and mission

If you feel this excites you, do not hesitate and apply!