Senior Bioinformatician - Genomics

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Bioinformatician to join their innovative research team in Belfast . This role is critical for the analysis and interpretation of large-scale genomic datasets, playing a key part in advancing our understanding of complex biological systems and disease mechanisms. You will work at the forefront of genomic research, developing and applying cutting-edge bioinformatics pipelines to extract meaningful insights from high-throughput sequencing data. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate with leading scientists and clinicians in a dynamic research environment, contributing to high-impact projects within the Northern Ireland scientific landscape. You will be instrumental in shaping data analysis strategies and driving discoveries.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain robust bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
• Analyze large-scale genomic datasets, including whole-genome, exome, and RNA-sequencing data.
• Identify and interpret genetic variants, gene expression patterns, and other genomic features relevant to research questions.
• Collaborate with biologists, clinicians, and other researchers to define analytical requirements and interpret results.
• Visualize complex genomic data and present findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Contribute to the development of databases and computational tools for genomic data management and sharing.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genetics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in bioinformatics, with a focus on genomics.
• Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in bioinformatics (e.g., Python, R, Perl).
• Hands-on experience with NGS data analysis tools and software (e.g., BWA, GATK, STAR, Salmon).
• Strong understanding of statistical genetics and population genetics principles.
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments and high-performance computing clusters is essential.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-related incentive program.
• Comprehensive private health insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave and access to professional development resources.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Opportunity to work with state-of-the-art sequencing technologies and computational infrastructure in Belfast .
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.