Computational Biologist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Competitive salary

Conference opportunities

Health coverage

Access to advanced computational tools

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a talented Computational Biologist to join a remote-first research team advancing biological discoveries through advanced computational methods and data analysis. You will analyze large-scale genomic, transcriptomic, and proteomic datasets to uncover insights that support drug discovery, collaborating with experimental biologists and bioinformaticians worldwide.

PhD in Computational Biology or a related field is required; strong Python or R skills and experience with HPC

Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, CS, Statistics or related field.
• Proven experience analyzing biological data with computational and statistical methods.
• Proficient in Python or R; familiarity with bioinformatics tools and databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply computational methods to analyze large-scale biological datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics).
• Design algorithms and software tools for data processing, integration and interpretation.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists to design studies and interpret results.
• Visualize complex biological data to communicate findings clearly.
• Contribute to predictive models and machine learning approaches for biology.
• Maintain documentation of code, methods and analysis pipelines for reproducibility.

Skills

Python

R

Genomics

Statistics

Education

PhD in Computational Biology or related field

Tools

HPC

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Computational Biologist to join their remote-first research team. This role is crucial for advancing our understanding of complex biological systems through the application of advanced computational methods and data analysis. You will work on diverse projects, analyzing large-scale genomic, proteomic, and other biological datasets to uncover novel insights and support drug discovery and development efforts. This position offers the chance to make a significant contribution to cutting-edge scientific research in a flexible, remote environment, collaborating closely with experimental biologists and bioinformaticians worldwide, and promoting a data-driven approach to biological discovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and apply computational methods to analyze large-scale biological datasets, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.
• Design and implement algorithms and software tools for data processing, integration, and interpretation.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists to design studies and interpret results in a biological context.
• Visualize complex biological data to facilitate understanding and communication of findings.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models and machine learning approaches for biological research.
• Maintain documentation of code, methods, and analysis pipelines for reproducibility and knowledge sharing.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
• Proven experience in analyzing biological data using computational and statistical techniques.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics, such as Python or R.
• Familiarity with common bioinformatics tools, databases, and sequence analysis methods.
• Experience with high-performance computing environments and cloud computing platforms is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a remote, collaborative setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering excellent work-life balance.
• Opportunities to present research at international conferences.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Access to advanced computational resources and software.