Computational Biologist for the Quantitative Stem Cell Dynamics (ref. LAB/23/38)

Organisation/Company

IRB Barcelona

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Spain

Application Deadline

1 Oct 2023 - 00:00 (Europe/Madrid)

Type of Contract

To be defined

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

Yes

IRB Barcelona seeks a motivated Computational Biologist for the Quantitative Stem Cell

Dynamics Lab, led by Dr. Alejo Rodriguez-Fraticelli (fraticellilab.com).

The lab focuses on developing biotechnology to discover intrinsic regulators of stem cell heterogeneity in native hematopoiesis, leukemia and beyond.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in quantitative analysis, biostatistics, and genomics, and with an interest in working at the interface between epigenetic analysis and stem cell biology. The ideal candidate would also be familiar with single-cell sequencing analysis and mathematical modelling.

The Bioinformatician will be funded through the project “Mechanisms of acute myeloid leukemia therapy resistance and plasticity (AMLTRAP)” awarded by the ‘Agencia Estatal de Investigación’ in 2021.

DUTIES: 
 

• Carry out analyses of single-cell omics, together with other 2 Bioinformaticians (a PhD student and a Postdoc).

• Develop standardized in-house workflows to process NGS data using workflow management tools (Snakemake, Nextflow, etc).

• Collaborate with wet and dry PhD students and Postdocs in the conceptualization of new computational analyses.

• Communicate results both as group meeting presentations and as reports

• Explore new methodologies of quantitative analysis

• Participate in scientific discussions

• Write manuscripts together with other researchers

• Engage in career development activities, outreach and soft-skill training

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & SELECTION CRITERIA

Must Have – Required

• BSc/MSc in Systems Biology, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics or other quantitative fields

• Advanced knowledge of programming for sequence analysis (Python / R / Julia)

• Knowledge in multivariable data analysis and data visualization

• Fluency in English

Desirable

• Experience in single-cell sequencing data analysis

• Experience in analysis of chromatin accessibility and immunoprecipitation

• Good understanding of statistical learning models

• Background in Developmental Biology or Cancer Biology

• Experience in international teams

• Good communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS: 

• Working conditions: Employed in compliance with Spanish legislation and regulations under a full-time contract. Employees receive the benefits of the Spanish Social Security system covering sickness, maternity/paternity leave and injuries at work.

• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• International Environment: The opportunity to join a prestigious, diverse and inclusive international research institution and to become a member of the Quantitative Stem Cell Dynamics lab.

• Benefits: Continuous training in a high-quality environment with unique professional career opportunities.

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

Bachelor Degree or equivalent

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

IRB Barcelona

Country

Spain

Geofield

Website

https://recruitment.irbbarcelona.org/jobs/3098710-computational-biologist-for-t…

City

Barcelona

Website

http://www.irbbarcelona.org/index.php/en

Street

Baldiri Reixac, 10

Postal Code

08028

E-Mail

hr@irbbarcelona.org