Senior Computational Scientist

4 days ago

Hinxton, United Kingdom Wellcome Sanger Institute Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced computational scientist to join our team at the Wellcome Sanger Institute. As a Senior Computational Scientist, you will play a key role in developing software tools for phylogenomic analysis using nanopore amplicon data.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and lead the development of a software pipeline for phylogenomic analysis using new algorithms or machine learning methods.
  • Ensure the software tools meet the needs for current production and future applications.
  • Assess the quality of the pipeline and provide feedback to aid the development of in-house research team.
  • Perform de novo assemblies from different types of data to aid genome analysis.
  • Document protocols and provide guidance and training to users.
  • Publish peer-reviewed papers in journals and present work in national and international conferences.
  • Explore new applications in Genome Informatics, including tests of new data types and software tools.
Requirements
  • A PhD in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or a computational related area or related discipline.
  • Highly skilled in programming under Unix/Linux using C/C++ or Python.
  • Experiences in large scale scientific computation/simulation.
  • Numerical algorithm design.
Competencies and Behaviours
  • Evidence of having successfully worked in a collaborative, project-focused software team valuing the expertise of your colleagues and encouraging a collaborative working environment, sharing, and listening to others' ideas.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a friendly and collegiate environment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with interdisciplinary stakeholders.
  • Demonstrates inclusivity and respect for all.
  • Previous experience of and the ability to deliver a quality product within fixed deadlines.
  • Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills with the ability to deliver value and overcome challenges in the face of uncertainty.

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