Senior Bioinformatician - Genomics Analysis

Placements24; Rustenburg; In loco; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.800.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive salary

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities

Retirement savings contributions

Descrizione del lavoro

Placements24 in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a Senior Bioinformatician to lead genomics data analysis and pipeline development at a leading biotechnology facility. You will design and implement analyses for WGS, WES, and RNA-Seq, collaborating with biologists and clinicians to translate data into actionable insights.

The ideal candidate has a Ph.D. or Master’s in a related field, 5+ years of experience, and strong programming skills in Python/R/Perl, with HPC and Git experience.

Competenze

• Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Bioinformatics or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years hands-on bioinformatics experience with genomics.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or Perl.
• Experience with NGS data analysis tools (GATK, STAR, Cufflinks, ANNOVAR).
• Familiarity with HPC environments and Git.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Mansioni

• Develop and implement robust bioinformatics pipelines for NGS data (WGS, WES, RNA-Seq).
• Perform statistical analysis of genomic and transcriptomic datasets to identify patterns and biomarkers.
• Design and execute comparative genomics studies.
• Collaborate with research teams to define data analysis requirements and strategies.
• Interpret results in the context of biological pathways and disease mechanisms.
• Maintain documentation for pipelines and analysis workflows.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in bioinformatics tools and databases.
• Present findings to scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Contribute to grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Ensure data integrity and compliance with data management policies.

Conoscenze

Python

R

Perl

Formazione

Ph.D. or Master’s degree in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology/CS/Genetics

Strumenti

GATK

STAR

Cufflinks

ANNOVAR

Descrizione del lavoro

About the Role Our client, a prominent biotechnology firm, is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Bioinformatician to join their cutting-edge research and development department. This critical role will be based at our state-of-the-art facility in Rustenburg, North West . You will be responsible for the analysis and interpretation of large-scale genomic and transcriptomic data, contributing to groundbreaking discoveries in areas such as personalized medicine and drug discovery. This position requires a deep understanding of computational biology, statistical genetics, and bioinformatics tools. You will work closely with molecular biologists, geneticists, and clinicians to translate complex biological data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing bioinformatics projects and a passion for advancing genomic research through innovative computational approaches. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a significant contribution to a rapidly evolving field within a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment. The role emphasizes collaborative research and the application of advanced analytical techniques to biological challenges.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement robust bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data (e.g., WGS, WES, RNA-Seq).
• Perform statistical analysis of genomic and transcriptomic datasets to identify significant patterns and biomarkers.
• Design and execute comparative genomics studies.
• Collaborate with research teams to define data analysis requirements and strategies.
• Interpret results in the context of biological pathways and disease mechanisms.
• Develop and maintain documentation for bioinformatics pipelines and analysis workflows.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in bioinformatics tools, algorithms, and databases.
• Present findings and technical insights to both scientific and non-scientific audiences.
• Contribute to the development of grant proposals and scientific publications.
• Ensure data integrity, quality control, and compliance with relevant data management policies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Genetics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in bioinformatics analysis, with a focus on genomics.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl.
• Extensive experience with NGS data analysis tools and software (e.g., GATK, STAR, Cufflinks, ANNOVAR).
• Strong understanding of statistical methods and their application to biological data.
• Familiarity with genomic databases and public resources (e.g., NCBI, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser).
• Experience with high-performance computing (HPC) environments and cluster computing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team.
• Experience with version control systems like Git.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and opportunities for continued learning and professional development. This role is based in Rustenburg, North West , providing a great work-life balance. Employees have access to cutting-edge technology and the chance to contribute to impactful scientific research. We offer a supportive team environment, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings contributions. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and growing field.