Bioinformatics Quality Assurance Specialist

4 days ago


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

Oxford Nanopore Technologies is a leading developer of innovative sequencing technologies, with a strong presence in the global market. Our team is dedicated to delivering high-quality bioinformatics solutions that meet the needs of our customers.

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 QA protocols and procedures for bioinformatics software, data analysis pipelines, and computational workflows.
  • Execute 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.
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.
About Us

Oxford Nanopore Technologies is headquartered at the Oxford Science Park outside Oxford, UK, with satellite offices and commercial presence in many global locations across the US, APAC, and Europe. Our management team has a track record of delivering disruptive technologies to the market.

We offer outstanding benefits, including an attractive bonus, generous pension contributions, private healthcare, and an excellent starting salary. Our beautiful, landscaped surroundings with tree-lined walks, water features, and a lake make for a wonderful working environment.



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