Bioinformatics Analyst / Senior Bioinformatics Analyst LMS 1609

View Vacancy -- Bioinformatics Analyst / Senior Bioinformatics Analyst LMS 1609
Open Date
06/07/2021, 10:20
Close Date
08/08/2021, 23:55
Research Institute  
MRC London Institute of Medical Science
Research Institute / Unit Information  
The London Institute of Medical Sciences (LMS) at Hammersmith Hospital is a directly funded MRC research institute and enjoys close links with its partners at Imperial College and at the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust. LMS research focuses on high quality basic as well as disease-focused science
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Band  
MRC - 4
Location  
London
Salary  
£32,005 - £35,143 (plus London allowance £3,726.75 + £1,402.13) for Bioinformatics Analyst / £35,143 - £40,769 (plus London allowance £3,726.75 + £1,402.13) for Senior Bioinformatics Analyst for candidate with significant relevant experience
Contract Type  
Fixed Term
Job Type  
Science
Full Time / Part Time  
Full Time
Contract Length  
3 Years fixed-term initially, with the option to convert to an open-ended term upon successful review.
Job Description  

Overall purpose:

Within the LMS, the Bioinformatics core facility works closely with both research groups and other facilities to meet the bioinformatics requirements of the institute. The post is part of the LMS Bioinformatics core facility, and involves working in a highly collaborative environment with multidisciplinary research groups. We are seeking a talented and highly motivated bioinformatics analyst experienced in genomics and transcriptomics data analysis to work closely with LMS research groups and facilities. The primary responsibilities will be experimental design, establishing of customized bioinformatics workflows and analysis of genomics and transcriptomics data. This work will be carried out in collaboration with the LMS research groups, and will also involve providing training on bioinformatics techniques within the institute. This post is 3 years fixed-term initially, with the option to convert to an open-ended term upon successful review.

Main duties / key responsibilities:

• To analyse a diverse range of biological data (e.g. ChIP-seq, bulk RNA-seq and single-cell RNA-seq data) for LMS members
• To communicate bioinformatics analysis to postgraduates, research scientists and principal investigators
• To ensure the validity and reliability of data and methods at all times
• To maintain accurate and complete records of analysis projects
• To identify and develop suitable techniques for the analysis and visualisation of data, and to build and maintain the associated computational resources (software packages, databases, or web-based analysis and visualisation tools)
• To maintain all code and programs used for analysis and tool development with suitable source control
• To identify and implement present and upcoming infrastructure requirements for the Bioinformatics facility
• To assist in and develop bioinformatics training for postgraduate research students and research assistants
• To present bioinformatics tools and techniques to colleagues
• To attend relevant workshops and conferences as necessary
• To participate in Bioinformatics facility meetings and internal seminars
• To contribute to the smooth running of the Bioinformatics facility
• To comply with the College, Division, and Unit safety practices and to attend courses on safety when appropriate

 

 Other Duties:

• To undertake appropriate administration tasks
• To attend relevant meetings
• To undertake any necessary training and/or development
• Any other duties commensurate with the grade of the post as directed by the supervisor

Person Specification  

Education / Qualifications / Training required (will be assessed from application form):

Essential:

• A PhD or master’s degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or Biological Sciences or equivalent research, industrial or commercial experience

Knowledge and experience (will be assessed from application form and at interview):

Essential:

• Knowledge of molecular biology and genomics
• Experience with bioinformatics techniques and tools used in molecular biology and genomics
• Being able to demonstrate working with NGS data and understand the analytical pipeline that has been used for the dataset
• Experience in using R and Bioconductor packages in the analysis of biological data
• Being able to facilitate new type of NGS data analysis and evaluate existing analytical pipelines

Desirable:

• Experience of single-cell multi-omics or Hi-C data analysis
• Experience of working for a core facility will be advantageous
• Evidence of a high level of skill in at least one general programming language (Python, Java or C++ are preferred)
• Experience of working with High Performance Computing (HPC) environments
• Experience in training biologists and bioinformaticians in the use of bioinformatic tools
• Proven ability in software development and the collaborative use of source control
• Track record of contribution to peer reviewed publications

Personal skills/behaviours/qualities (will be assessed at the interview):

Essential:

• Willingness to work closely with colleagues to seek solutions to the Bioinformatics core facilities’ goals
• High level of motivation and drive with the ability to multi-task and communicate effectively
• Willingness to share knowledge and skills with other members of the team on a daily basis
• Flexible attitude towards work
• Discipline and regard for data integrity, confidentiality and security at all times
• Willingness to undertake any necessary training for the role
• Willingness to travel both within the United Kingdom and abroad to conduct research and attend conferences
• Being able to work independently in work from home settings if required by due to Covid-related measures

Further Information  

For full details of this post and to complete an online application upload your CV, names and contacts of two scientific references along with a covering letter stating why you are applying for this role (providing evidence against the requirements of the job as per the job description and person specification). 

 

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