Senior Computational Biologist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health benefits

Learning opportunities

Access to HPC resources

Job summary

Placements24 in Centurion seeks a Senior Computational Biologist to join a pioneering research team. You will analyze large-scale genomics, transcriptomics and proteomics data, and design advanced computational methods to uncover novel biological insights.

You will collaborate with experimental biologists to plan studies, develop pipelines, and build predictive models and machine learning applications. The role offers generous remote work flexibility and access to high-performance computing

Qualifications

• PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in computational biology or bioinformatics research.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with relevant bioinformatics tools and databases.
• Strong experience with the analysis of genomic, transcriptomic, or proteomic data.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret large, complex biological datasets using advanced computational and statistical techniques.
• Develop and implement bioinformatics pipelines and algorithms for high-throughput data analysis.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists to design studies and interpret results.
• Identify novel biological pathways, biomarkers, and therapeutic targets based on data analysis.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models and machine learning applications for biological research.
• Present findings and technical details to both computational and experimental research teams in Centurion .

Skills

Python

R

Bioinformatics

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Computational Biology

PhD in related quantitative field

Tools

Bioconductor

High-performance computing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Computational Biologist to join their pioneering research team in Centurion . This role is crucial for analyzing large-scale biological datasets, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics data, to uncover novel insights and drive biological discoveries. You will be responsible for developing and applying advanced computational methods, algorithms, and statistical models to address complex biological questions. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of biology, computer science, and statistics, contributing to significant advancements in our understanding of complex biological systems and therapeutic targets.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret large, complex biological datasets using advanced computational and statistical techniques.
• Develop and implement bioinformatics pipelines and algorithms for high-throughput data analysis.
• Collaborate with experimental biologists to design studies and interpret results.
• Identify novel biological pathways, biomarkers, and therapeutic targets based on data analysis.
• Contribute to the development of predictive models and machine learning applications for biological research.
• Present findings and technical details to both computational and experimental research teams in Centurion .

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in computational biology or bioinformatics research.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and experience with relevant bioinformatics tools and databases.
• Strong experience with the analysis of genomic, transcriptomic, or proteomic data.
• Solid understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques applied to biological data.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

Benefits

• A competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Generous remote work flexibility and supportive work-life balance policies.
• Opportunities for continued learning, attending scientific conferences, and publishing research.
• Access to high-performance computing resources and cutting-edge software tools.
• A stimulating research environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in Centurion .