Senior Data Scientist - Bioinformatics

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Professional development

Computing resources given

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Mossel Bay is seeking a Senior Data Scientist specializing in Bioinformatics to join our cutting-edge research team. You will develop predictive models and analyze complex biological and chemical datasets to drive data-driven decisions.

You will collaborate with researchers, build visualizations, run experiments, and stay current with advances in ML and bioinformatics, leveraging Python or R and big data tools to extract meaningful insights.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field such as data science or bioinformatics.
• 5+ years as a data scientist with bioinformatics experience.
• Proficiency in Python or R and ML libraries; experience with big data tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement ML models for biological data analysis.
• Process and analyze large genomic, proteomic, and clinical datasets.
• Collaborate with researchers to define analytics objectives and interpret results.
• Create visualizations and dashboards to communicate insights.
• Design experiments and A/B tests to validate hypotheses and assess impact.
• Stay updated on latest ML and bioinformatics advances.

Skills

Python

R

Machine learning

Bioinformatics

Statistical modeling

Education

Master's or PhD in Data Science/Bioinformatics

Tools

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

PyTorch

SQL

NoSQL

Spark

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an accomplished Senior Data Scientist with a specialization in Bioinformatics to join their innovative research team in Mossel Bay . This role will involve leveraging advanced analytical techniques and machine learning to extract meaningful insights from complex biological and chemical datasets. You will play a key role in developing predictive models, optimizing experimental designs, and driving data-driven decision-making across various research projects. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned data scientist passionate about applying their skills to solve challenging problems in the life sciences sector, working within a cutting-edge research environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sophisticated machine learning models and algorithms for biological data analysis.


• Process, clean, and analyze large, complex datasets from various sources, including genomic, proteomic, and clinical data.


• Collaborate with research scientists and domain experts to define analytical objectives and interpret results.


• Build data visualizations and dashboards to communicate insights effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Design and conduct A/B tests and experiments to validate hypotheses and measure impact.


• Stay current with the latest advancements in data science, machine learning, and bioinformatics.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Bioinformatics, or a related quantitative field.


• 5+ years of professional experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on bioinformatics applications.


• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and relevant libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch).


• Experience with SQL, NoSQL databases, and big data technologies (e.g., Spark).


• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning techniques, and data mining principles.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary package and performance bonuses.


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.


• Opportunities for professional development, including advanced training and conference attendance.


• Access to powerful computing resources and cutting-edge analytical tools.


• A collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment in Mossel Bay.