Bioinformatics Specialist

3 weeks ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust Full time

At Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, we are seeking a highly skilled Bioinformatician to join our research services team. This exciting opportunity is part of the North East and Yorkshire Genomics Laboratory Hub (NEY GLH) collaboration between several organizations.

The successful candidate will have the chance to contribute to various projects spanning rare diseases and cancer genomics. The ideal applicant will possess strong programming skills in languages such as Python and R, with experience in data analysis, software development, and working with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS).

As a member of the NEY GLH virtual team, you will work closely with colleagues across different sites to develop the bioinformatics capability of the hub. This role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and contribution to cutting-edge research in genomics.

We are looking for someone with a strong background in bioinformatics or computer science, holding a Master's or PhD degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will have experience in high-dimensional data management and analysis, software development, and Unix/Linux environments.

In this role, you will be responsible for providing specialized bioinformatics expertise to support diagnostic platforms used within the NEY GLH. You will implement and validate methods for data handling, software development, and analysis, ultimately impacting patient care. Additionally, you will assist in delivering a quality, cost-effective, and patient-focused service from specialist areas within the department.

We offer a competitive salary range of £35,000 - £55,000 per annum, commensurate with experience. The location is St James's University Hospital, Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7TF.



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