Postdoctoral Researcher - Genomics

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Access to state-of-the-art sequencing

Professional development opportunities

Multidisciplinary research environment

Future research opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a leading genomics group in Centurion. The role focuses on deciphering genetic factors in complex diseases using NGS and computational analysis, with opportunities to design experiments, analyze data, and contribute to manuscripts.

Ideal candidates hold a PhD in a related field and have hands-on NGS and programming experience, with strong collaboration and communication skills for interdisciplinary work.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field.
• Experience with Next-Generation Sequencing library prep and experimental workflows.
• Proficiency in Python or R for data analysis and pipeline development.
• Strong understanding of human genetics and molecular biology principles.
• Experience with public genomic databases (dbSNP, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments utilizing Next-Generation Sequencing technologies, including whole-genome and exome sequencing.
• Perform comprehensive bioinformatic analysis of large genomic datasets, including variant calling, annotation, and association studies.
• Develop and implement novel computational pipelines for analyzing complex genomic data.
• Collaborate with clinicians and other researchers to integrate genomic findings with clinical data.
• Prepare and present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation for publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.

Skills

Python

R programming

Bioinformatics

NGS data analysis

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Genetics/Genomics/Bioinformatics

Tools

dbSNP

Ensembl

UCSC Genome Browser

Job description

Our client is recruiting a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher to join their advanced genomics research group based in Centurion . This position is focused on exploring the genetic underpinnings of complex diseases, utilizing cutting-edge sequencing technologies and computational analysis. You will play a crucial role in hypothesis generation, experimental design, data interpretation, and manuscript preparation, contributing significantly to ongoing research projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career scientist to deepen their expertise in genomics and bioinformatics within a state-of-the-art facility located in the heart of Gauteng , working within a highly collaborative and academically rigorous setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and conduct experiments utilizing Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies, including whole-genome and exome sequencing.
• Perform comprehensive bioinformatic analysis of large genomic datasets, including variant calling, annotation, and association studies.
• Develop and implement novel computational pipelines for analyzing complex genomic data.
• Collaborate with clinicians and other researchers to integrate genomic findings with clinical data.
• Prepare and present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Contribute to manuscript preparation for publication in high-impact peer-reviewed journals.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience with Next-Generation Sequencing library preparation and experimental workflows.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R for data analysis and pipeline development.
• Strong understanding of human genetics and molecular biology principles.
• Experience with public genomic databases (e.g., dbSNP, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive annual stipend commensurate with experience.
• Access to state-of-the-art sequencing and computational infrastructure.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking.
• Exposure to a multidisciplinary research environment fostering collaboration.
• Potential for further research opportunities within the organization upon successful completion of the contract.