Python Bioinformatics Engineer, NGS & HPC Pipelines

EPAM Systems; Turkey; On-site; TRY 2,753,556 - 3,900,871; Full time

Job summary

EPAM Systems is looking for a highly skilled Bioinformatics Scientist to support their global research organization. You will develop and optimize computational methods to analyze next-generation sequencing (NGS) datasets while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a PhD with relevant experience or an MSc with significant experience in bioinformatics. Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, or C++ is essential, along with a strong publication record and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience in bioinformatics with PhD, or 5+ years with MSc.
• Hands-on experience with NGS datasets like WGS, RNA-seq.
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize computational methods for NGS analysis.
• Build automated bioinformatics pipelines.
• Evaluate new algorithms and tools for data processing.

Skills

Processing NGS datasets

Python

R

C++

Workflow scripting languages (Nextflow)

Collaboration skills

Communication skills

Education

PhD in bioinformatics or related field

MSc with 5+ years of relevant experience

Tools

Docker

Singularity

Job description

EPAM Systems is looking for a highly skilled Bioinformatics Scientist to support their global research organization. You will develop and optimize computational methods to analyze next-generation sequencing (NGS) datasets while collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

The ideal candidate will possess a PhD with relevant experience or an MSc with significant experience in bioinformatics. Proficiency in programming languages like Python, R, or C++ is essential, along with a strong publication record and interpersonal skills.