NF-Core Developer

The Institute

The Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is 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 ' Award 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 the European Charter for Researchers and theCode of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers (Charter and Code). 

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The role  

The group is seeking for a highly motivated candidate to work on the development of bioinformatics pipelines frameworks. The main role of the candidate will be to develop nf-core tooling so as to improve the development of existing pipelines and their integration within the nf-core framework. The candidate should have a special interest in the development of validation tools. Depending on their interest, the candidate will also be invited to contribute to the many ongoing projects in the lab related to the development and the implementation of novel pipeline for high throughput genomic computation.  The lab is also putting significant effort in the implementation of deep learning strategies, and the candidate will be expected to develop new skills in this rapidly evolving area of research.  

About the lab  

The lab is a relatively small – about ten members – interdisciplinary and highly collaborative structure. We specialize in the development of comparative methods for genomics data but also have a strong interest in the development of behavioural data comparisons and analysis. Two of our most visible output have been the T-Coffee multiple aligners and the Nextflow pipeline language.  

Whom would we like to hire?  

Professional experience  

Must Have

• You have 5 years of experience in bioinformatics 

• You have proven experience in Nextflow and nf-core 

• You are fluent in English

Education and training

• You hold a master's in bioinformatics 

Technical skills

• C++

• Python

• Nextflow

• Object oriented data structures 

Competences  

• Highly developed organizational skills 

• Communication. The candidate should be able to pass his/her know how to other lab members, students, collaborators and users of the lab’s methods 

• Flexibility. The lab is a small structure, and projects are often redefined  

• Collaborative. Lab members are encouraged to collaborate according to their interest in ongoing projects 

• Curiosity. We expect all lab members to have some interest in the lab activity beyond their own project 

• Evolvability. The field of bioinformatics is under-going a rapid transformation. The candidate will be expected to have the willingness to acquire novel skills and join the entire lab in the ongoing AI transition 

The Offer – Working Conditions 

• Contract duration: Technical and scientific activities, estimated 1 year 

• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales. 

• Target start date:02/05/2024 

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 environment and 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 Dr. Cedric Notredame and be submitted online through the "Apply" form.

Selection Process

• 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 People department will send a Job Offer, specifying the start day, salary, working conditions, among other important details.  

Deadline: Please submit your application by April 5,2024