Computational Biologist

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Health & wellness benefits

Professional development

International research environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an innovative Computational Biologist to join a fully remote research team. You will analyze high-throughput biological data, develop predictive models, and contribute to next-generation research strategies in a remote-first environment.

You will collaborate with a global team, bridge biological data to actionable insights, apply Python or R to omics datasets, and stay current with bioinformatics advances while enjoying flexible hours.

Qualifications

• PhD or Master's in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, CS, or related field.
• Experience analyzing large biological datasets with Python or R.
• Proficiency with standard bioinformatics software and databases.
• Strong statistics and machine learning knowledge.
• Experience with cloud computing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze high-throughput biological data, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.
• Develop and apply bioinformatics tools and algorithms for data analysis and interpretation.
• Build predictive models to understand disease mechanisms and identify potential drug targets.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists to design studies and interpret results.
• Visualize complex biological data effectively for reporting and presentation.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in computational biology and bioinformatics.

Skills

Python

R

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

Remote collaboration

Education

PhD or Masters in Computational Biology

Tools

Bioconductor

Cloud platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an innovative Computational Biologist to join their fully remote research team. This position is ideal for a candidate passionate about unraveling complex biological questions through advanced computational analysis. You will work with large-scale biological datasets, develop predictive models, and contribute to the design of next-generation research strategies. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, allowing you to collaborate with a global team of experts from your home office. You will be instrumental in bridging the gap between biological data and actionable scientific insights, pushing the boundaries of discovery in a dynamic, remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze high-throughput biological data, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics.


• Develop and apply bioinformatics tools and algorithms for data analysis and interpretation.


• Build predictive models to understand disease mechanisms and identify potential drug targets.


• Collaborate with experimental biologists to design studies and interpret results.


• Visualize complex biological data effectively for reporting and presentation.


• Stay current with the latest advancements in computational biology and bioinformatics.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computational Biology , Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative discipline.


• Demonstrated experience in analyzing large biological datasets using programming languages like Python or R.


• Proficiency with standard bioinformatics software and databases.


• Strong understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques.


• Experience with cloud computing environments is a plus.


• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for a remote work setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for research grants.


• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.


• Generous budget for professional development and conference attendance.


• Fully remote work arrangement with flexible hours.


• A stimulating and collaborative international research environment.