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Bioinformatics Quality Assurance Specialist

1 month ago


Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxford Nanopore Technologies Full time
About the Role

Oxford Nanopore Technologies is a leading innovator in the field of nanopore sequencing, with a strong presence in the UK and globally. Our team is comprised of experts from various disciplines, including nanopore science, molecular biology, informatics, engineering, and commercialization.

We are seeking a highly skilled Bioinformatics Quality Assurance Specialist to join our Customer Workflows Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in bioinformatics and quality assurance practices, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and compliance of our bioinformatics software, data, and workflows.

Key Responsibilities
  • Implement and maintain rigorous QA protocols and procedures for bioinformatics software, data analysis pipelines, and computational workflows.
  • Execute comprehensive test plans, including functional, integration, regression, and performance testing of bioinformatics tools and databases.
  • Ensure the integrity and accuracy of bioinformatics data through meticulous validation and verification processes.
  • Collaborate on and maintain comprehensive documentation of QA processes, test cases, validation reports, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
  • Ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA, CAP, FDA, IEC-62304, GAMP-5) in all bioinformatics QA activities.
  • Work closely with bioinformaticians, software developers, and project managers to identify and resolve quality issues, and to improve overall product quality.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a bioinformatics QA or software testing role.
  • Strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and standards (e.g., CLIA, CAP, FDA, IEC-62304, GAMP-5) in the bioinformatics or clinical and applied domains.
  • Familiarity with quality assurance processes and methodologies in a bioinformatics setting.
  • Experience with testing and validating bioinformatics software applications and tools.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Relevant certifications in quality assurance or software testing.
  • Experience with regulatory compliance in a clinical or research environment.
  • Familiarity with high-throughput sequencing data and associated bioinformatics analyses.

We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a collaborative work environment. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a passion for bioinformatics and quality assurance, we encourage you to apply.