Bioinformatician (JL Lab), IMCB

Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in Singapore is seeking a Bioinformatician for its IMCB Cell Fate and Therapeutics Laboratory. The position involves dissecting regulatory mechanisms, utilizing next-generation sequencing data, and developing novel analytical tools for therapeutic applications. Ideal candidates will have a Ph.D. and experience in bioinformatics, displaying strong problem-solving and analytical skills, while thriving in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in Bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing data analysis.
• Experience with Spatial-seq, ChIP-seq, Transcriptomics, and Single-cell analytics.
• Self-starter comfortable in a fast-moving interdisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Dissect regulatory switches for cell fate determination.
• Develop novel tools for deriving desired cell types for therapeutic applications.
• Work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Data analysis

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in Bioinformatics/Computer science/Biostatistics or equivalent

Tools

Open-source bioinformatics tools

Job description

BioinformaticianPosition

A Bioinformatician position is available immediately at the IMCB Cell Fate and Therapeutics Laboratory. The lab is interested in dissecting the regulatory switches regulating cell fate determination in healthy and diseased states, while developing novel tools and strategies in deriving desired cell types for therapeutic applications.

Applicants with strong background in Bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing data analysis are invited to apply. Successful candidates must be highly motivated, have passion for research and be able to work in an interdisciplinary environment.

Requirements:

Ph.D. from a well-recognized institution with a strong research background in Bioinformatics/Computer science/Biostatistics or equivalent

Experience in bioinformatics and data analysis for Spatial-seq, ChIP-seq, Transcriptomics and Single-cell analytics

Experience with open-source bioinformatics tools

Excellent analytical, technical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge with biostatistics highly desirable

Self-starter who is comfortable working in a fast moving interdisciplinary team

Committed and able to work flexible hours

Excellent communication, technical writing and presentation skills

Interested candidates are asked to send a cover letter detailing your research motivations, CV, and the names and email addresses of three references to Jonathan Loh ([e-mail]). Applicants can visit the lab website to find out more (http://www.imcb.a-star.edu.sg/php/jl.php).