Bioinformatics Specialist - Plant Science

Placements24; Waukee (IA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office allowance

Professional development

Fully remote work with flexible hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Bioinformatics Specialist to join a distributed Plant Science research team, working fully remotely. You will analyze complex plant genomic and transcriptomic data, develop computational tools for gene identification and variant analysis, and collaborate with breeders and scientists across sites to advance crop productivity and sustainability.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a relevant field, has strong programming skills (Python/R/Perl), and is

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in a quantitative bioinformatics or plant science field.
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, or Perl and experience with bioinformatics libraries.
• Proficiency with Linux/Unix command line and common bioinformatics tools.
• Solid understanding of plant genetics, genomics, and molecular biology.
• Ability to analyze complex data and present findings clearly.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication in distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Analyze large-scale plant genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic datasets using pipelines.
• Develop and optimize tools and algorithms for gene identification and variant analysis.
• Interpret data to identify markers and support breeding programs.
• Collaborate with plant breeders and scientists across sites.
• Prepare data visualizations, reports, and manuscripts for publication.
• Manage and secure access to large biological datasets in a remote environment.

Skills

Python

R

Perl

Linux/Unix

Education

PhD in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / Genetics / Plant Science

Tools

Bioinformatics software

Databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Bioinformatics Specialist to join their innovative Plant Science research team, operating fully remotely. This role is crucial for analyzing complex genomic and transcriptomic data generated from plant research projects. You will be responsible for developing and applying computational tools to understand plant genetics, breeding, and development. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to significant advancements in plant science from anywhere, collaborating with a world-class, distributed team dedicated to enhancing crop productivity and sustainability through cutting-edge bioinformatics.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze large-scale plant genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic datasets using established and novel bioinformatics pipelines.
• Develop and optimize computational tools and algorithms for gene identification, variant analysis, and phylogenetic studies in plants.
• Interpret complex biological data to identify genetic markers, understand gene function, and support breeding programs.
• Collaborate closely with plant breeders, molecular biologists, and geneticists across different research sites.
• Prepare high-quality data visualizations, reports, and manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Ensure the organization, management, and accessibility of large biological datasets within a secure remote environment.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genetics, Plant Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Extensive experience with bioinformatics software, databases, and command-line interfaces (Linux/Unix).
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl, and experience with relevant bioinformatics libraries.
• Solid understanding of plant genetics, genomics, and molecular biology principles.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex biological data and present findings clearly.
• Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving in a distributed team setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on impactful research with leading plant scientists globally.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering significant flexibility and work-life balance.