Bioinformatician

Lucence; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering precision oncology company in Singapore is seeking a Bioinformatics Professional. In this role, you will develop algorithms, build production-level bioinformatics pipelines using Docker and AWS, and evaluate clinical needs. Candidates should possess a degree in Bioinformatics or related field, with significant experience in NGS data analysis and strong programming skills. The role offers a chance to impact healthcare through innovation.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of working experience in NGS data analysis.
• Experienced in developing bioinformatics algorithms or software independently.
• Strong self-motivation with an inquisitive mind and a keen interest in real-time healthcare problems.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel algorithms and statistical models.
• Build production-level bioinformatics pipelines.
• Develop databases for genomic and diagnostics information.
• Evaluate research and clinical needs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for improvements.

Skills

Programming in Python

Programming in R

Unix shell scripting

NGS data analysis

Bioinformatics algorithms

Education

Bachelor's, Master's or PhD in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/Computer Science

Tools

Docker

AWS Step Functions

Job description

About Us

Lucence is a pioneering precision oncology company with a bold vision: a world where cancer is defeated through early detection and timely treatment. Our cutting-edge liquid biopsy tests use advanced molecular profiling to guide personalized cancer therapies, transforming how cancer is diagnosed and treated. At Lucence, we are shaping the future of precision medicine by capturing both genetic and cellular data from a single blood draw, bringing us closer to our mission of overcoming cancer.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing novel algorithms and statistical models as required by the company.
• Building production-level bioinformatics pipelines using docker and AWS step functions.
• Developing databases to compile vast amounts of genomic and diagnostics information.
• Evaluating research and clinical needs and leading the scoping out of project parameters.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to lead process and turnaround improvements.
  
  

To be a good fit for this role, you would have:

• A Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree or PhD in Bioinformatics/ Computational Biology/ Computer Science or the equivalent.
• At least 3 years of working experience in NGS data analysis. Experienced in developing bioinformatics algorithms or software independently.
• Strong proficiency in programming (Python, R, Unix shell scripts).
• A good understanding of biology, algorithms and statistics.
• Strong self-motivation with an inquisitive mind and a keen interest in creating solutions for real-time healthcare problems.
• Fully vaccinated status against COVID-19.
  
  

Shortlisted candidates for this role will be invited to try out our coding tasks as part of the recruitment process.