Remote Computational Biologist

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote working arrangements

Powerful computational resources

Collaborative virtual team environment

Cutting-edge research projects

Competitive contract rate

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Computational Biologist to join our advanced research initiatives. You will develop computational approaches to analyze large-scale biological datasets and collaborate with experimental biologists and data scientists to drive discovery.

The role focuses on applying bioinformatics methods to genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics in a flexible remote setting, contributing to innovative research projects.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, CS, Statistics, or related field.
• Proven experience analyzing genomic, transcriptomic, or proteomic datasets.
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages and familiarity with bioinformatics libraries.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational algorithms and pipelines for large-scale biological data.
• Perform statistical analysis and interpretation of omics data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics).
• Collaborate with wet-lab scientists to design experiments and interpret results.
• Visualize complex biological data to facilitate understanding and communication.
• Contribute to development of predictive models and data-driven hypotheses.
• Stay current with advancements in computational biology and bioinformatics tools.

Skills

Python

R

Bioinformatics libraries

Genomics data analysis

Statistical analysis

Education

PhD in Computational Biology

Tools

Bioinformatics databases

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a talented Remote Computational Biologist to join their advanced research initiatives. This role will focus on developing and applying computational approaches to analyze large-scale biological datasets, such as genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics, to drive discovery. You will work collaboratively with experimental biologists and data scientists to unravel complex biological questions and contribute to innovative research projects. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual skilled in bioinformatics and data analysis to make a significant contribution in a flexible, remote setting, driving forward scientific understanding and application within a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational algorithms and pipelines for the analysis of large-scale biological data.
• Perform statistical analysis and interpretation of omics data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics).
• Collaborate with wet-lab scientists to design experiments and interpret results effectively.
• Visualize complex biological data to facilitate understanding and communication.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models and data-driven hypotheses.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in computational biology and bioinformatics tools.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Proven experience in analyzing genomic , transcriptomic, or proteomic datasets.
• Strong programming skills in Python, R, or similar languages, and familiarity with relevant bioinformatics libraries.
• Experience with bioinformatics databases and tools.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and capacity for independent work in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.

Benefits

• Competitive contract rate commensurate with experience.
• Flexible remote working arrangements.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects.
• Access to powerful computational resources.
• Supportive and collaborative virtual team environment.