Senior Bioinformatician - Genomics

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Bioinformatician with expertise in genomics to join their dynamic research team in Sunderland . This role is central to analyzing large-scale genomic datasets, developing pipelines, and extracting biological insights to drive research forward. You will collaborate closely with molecular biologists, geneticists, and computational scientists to interpret complex data and contribute to groundbreaking discoveries. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your advanced bioinformatics skills in a challenging and rewarding environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
• Analyze and interpret large-scale genomic, transcriptomic, and epigenomic datasets.
• Collaborate with research scientists to design experiments and interpret results related to genetic variations and gene expression.
• Develop and implement statistical and computational methods for data analysis and visualization.
• Contribute to the development of new algorithms and tools for genomic data analysis.
• Document methodologies, results, and findings clearly and concisely.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or a related quantitative field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in applied bioinformatics, with a strong focus on genomics data analysis.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or Perl, and experience with relevant bioinformatics tools and databases.
• Hands-on experience with NGS data analysis workflows (e.g., alignment, variant calling, RNA-seq analysis).
• Strong understanding of statistical principles and their application in biological data analysis.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team in Sunderland .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and holiday allowance.
• Support for professional development, including relevant courses and conferences.
• Access to high-performance computing resources and cutting-edge technologies in Sunderland .