Senior Bioinformatician - Translational Research

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900.000 - 1.500.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Remote work

Conference opportunities

Professional development

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Bioinformatician to lead omics data analysis and pipeline development in a fully remote role. You will collaborate with bench scientists, clinicians, and data analysts across Durban and international sites to translate discoveries into actionable insights.

The role demands 5+ years in bioinformatics, strong Python/R skills, and cloud/container experience. You will design and implement robust analyses of genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics data, develop

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree or PhD in a quantitative field (bioinformatics, computational biology, CS, statistics).
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on bioinformatics experience
• Proficiency in Python and R with bioinformatics libraries
• Experience with BLAST, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser
• Strong statistical methods applied to biological data
• Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis
• Cloud familiarity (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containers (Docker, Singularity)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong communication and collaboration skills for remote work
• Experience with Git version control

Aufgaben

• Develop and implement advanced bioinformatics pipelines for omics data analysis
• Integrate diverse biological datasets to identify biomarkers
• Collaborate with experimental scientists and clinicians to guide experiments
• Design and conduct statistical analyses to test hypotheses
• Develop and maintain research databases and data management strategies
• Create informative data visualizations of complex results
• Contribute to development of computational tools and workflows
• Stay updated with bioinformatics and genomics advances
• Provide bioinformatics support and training to staff
• Ensure data quality, reproducibility and best practices

Kenntnisse

Python

R

statistical analysis

Git

communication

collaboration

problem-solving

Ausbildung

Master's or PhD in Bioinformatics / Computational Biology / CS / Statistics

Tools

BLAST

Ensembl

UCSC Genome Browser

AWS

Azure

GCP

Docker

Singularity

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client, a pioneering biomedical research organization, is actively seeking a Senior Bioinformatician to bolster their translational research efforts. This role is critical in bridging the gap between laboratory discoveries and clinical applications, utilizing cutting-edge computational approaches. You will be instrumental in analyzing complex biological datasets, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics, to identify novel biomarkers and therapeutic targets. Working remotely, you will collaborate closely with a diverse team of bench scientists, clinicians, and data analysts across Durban and other global sites. This position offers the unique opportunity to contribute to projects that have a direct impact on patient outcomes. You will be empowered to develop and implement innovative bioinformatics solutions, ensuring the seamless integration and interpretation of multi-omics data. We are looking for an experienced professional who is passionate about leveraging data to accelerate medical breakthroughs and can thrive in a dynamic, distributed research environment. Your expertise will be crucial in driving forward our client's mission to translate scientific insights into tangible health benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement advanced bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of large-scale omics data (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics, etc.).
• Integrate and analyze diverse biological datasets to identify potential diagnostic and prognostic biomarkers.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists and clinicians to interpret results and guide experimental design.
• Design and conduct statistical analyses to support research hypotheses and uncover biological insights.
• Develop and maintain databases and data management strategies for research projects.
• Create clear and informative data visualizations to communicate complex findings.
• Contribute to the development of computational tools and workflows to improve research efficiency.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in bioinformatics, genomics, and related computational fields.
• Provide bioinformatics support and training to research staff.
• Ensure data quality, reproducibility, and adherence to best practices in computational biology.

Requirements

• Master's degree or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in bioinformatics, with a strong focus on analyzing omics data.
• Proficiency in scripting and programming languages, particularly Python and R, and associated bioinformatics libraries.
• Experience with common bioinformatics tools and databases (e.g., BLAST, Ensembl, UCSC Genome Browser).
• Solid understanding of statistical methods and their application in biological data analysis.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis is essential.
• Familiarity with cloud computing environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and containerization technologies (Docker, Singularity) is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team setting.
• Experience with version control systems (e.g., Git).

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off. As a fully remote position, you benefit from the flexibility and autonomy of working from home. Our client is committed to professional development and provides opportunities for attending conferences, workshops, and further training. You will be part of a world-class research team making significant contributions to medical science. This role offers the chance to work on impactful projects in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment. Enjoy the flexibility and work-life balance that comes with a remote career.