Bioinformatics technician for Genomics data analysis 1

The Institute

The Centro Nacional de Análisis Genómico (CNAG-CRG) is one of the largest Genome Sequencing Centers in Europe. CNAG-CRG researchers participate in major International Genomic Initiatives such as the International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC), the International Human Epigenome Consortium (IHEC), the International Rare Diseases Research Consortium (IRDiRC) and the European Infrastructure for life-science information (ELIXIR), as well as in several EU-funded projects. 

It is integrated with the Centre for Genomic Regulation *(CRG),an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed by an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies. 

In April 2021, the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) received the renewal of the'HR Excellence in Research ' logo from the European Commission. This is a recognition of the Institute's commitment to developing an HR Strategy for Researchers, designed to bring the practices and procedures in line with the principles of theEuropean Charter for Researchers and theCode of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code). 

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*It is foreseen that the CNAG will become part of a new independent legal entity, the Consortium for the exploitation of the National Centre for Genomic Analysis, with registered office at C/ Baldiri Reixach, nº 4, 08028 - Barcelona, following a process of spin-off from the CRG, which is expected to be effective on 1 July 2023. 

We have an opening for a Bioinformatics technician through the Instituto de Salud Carlos III funded project IMPaCT Medicina Genómica. The project aims to establish a collaborative infrastructure for the implementation of Personalized Medicine in the Spanish Health System. 

With the supervision of the lead of the Variant Calling and Analysis team and in collaboration with clinical genomics specialists, other bioinformaticians and software engineers, the successful candidate will design, develop and test bioinformatics workflows with state-of-the-art programs. 

His/ Her responsibilities include: 

The successful candidate will join the Variant Calling and Analysis team, coordinated by Dr. Raul Tonda (https://www.cnag.cat/teams/bioinformatics-unit/variant-calling-and-analysis ). The team is part of the CNAG-CRG Bioinformatics Unit (led by Dr. Sergi Beltran), which has over 30 members and offers continuous growth and support on a professional level. The team works in a stimulating scientific environment, applying state-of-the-art technologies to breakthrough research projects in Genomics that have an impact on people’s health.

Whom would we like to hire? 

Professional experience

Must Have

• A minimum experience of 1 year in the analysis of Next Generation Sequencing whole exome or genome data 
• Experience with Unix operating systems, including shell scripts 

Education and training

• You hold an MSc in Bioinformatics or related discipline 

Languages

• Fluency in written and spoken English 

Technical skills

• Working experience in languages such as Perl, Python or R
• You have advanced MS Office skills 

Competences

• Excellent organisational, prioritising, communication and interpersonal skills 

Desirable but not required 

• Understanding of cancer genomics. 
• Experience within diagnostic settings and the analysis and interpretation of genomic data linked to personal clinical information.
• Experience with Nextflow, CWL and/or WDL.
• Basic knowledge of software containers

• Contract duration: Open-ended contract linked to the project duration (12.31.2023).
• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales.
• Target start date: as soon as possible

We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities. To check out our training and development portfolio, please visit our website in the training section .

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environmentand welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity. 

The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours. 

Application procedure

All applications must include: 

All applications must be addressed to Human Resources and be submitted online on the CRG Career site through the "Apply button" below.

• Pre-selection: The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise reflected on the candidates CVs. It will be merit-based. 
• Interview: Preselected candidates will be interviewed by the Hiring Manager of the position and a selection panel if required.
• Offer Letter: Once the successful candidate is identified the Human Resources department will send a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary, working conditions, among other important details. 

Deadline: The position will be open for at least 15 days since the date of publication. After it will remain open until a suitable candidate is hired.

Suggestions: The CRG believes in ongoing improvement and promotes a culture of feedback. This is one of the reasons we have in place, at your disposal as a candidate, a mechanism to gather your suggestions/complaints concerning your candidate experience in our recruitment processes. Your feedback really matters to us in our aim at creating a positive candidate journey. You can make a difference and help us improve by letting us know your suggestions through the following form .

Official reference IMP/00009, and granted by the ISCIII, under the Infraestructura de Medicina de Precisión asociada a la Ciencia y Tecnología (IMPaCT) - Medicina Genòmica Call.