principal computational genetics scientist

We are recruiting for a Principal Computational Genetics Scientist to join a global biopharma client, based in Slough, on a contract basis initially for 12 months. The role will operate on a hybrid basis, working 2 days in the office, 3 work from home.There is a high likelihood of extension for the right person depending on performance and impact.

Overview:

• The group supports the RD pipeline, ranging from target identification, clinical development and through to post marketing
• The genetics group is small but dynamic, a group that develops and applies leading edge analytics and approaches to answer a diverse set of questions
• The successful candidate will support the analytical workload within the group
• You will also be involved in, and potentially leading projects with an outward facing role

Your Background:

• Direct experience of analysing and using genetic data generated through multiple platforms and associated analytical approaches
• Expert knowledge of statistics with specific experience in, and application of, statistical genetics
• Advanced computational skills: proficiency in using R, python, SQL, bash and experience of working in a cloud environment
• Ability to interpret and present data in the context of the question understudy
• Good knowledge of the drug discovery process
• Problem solving skills

Preferred:

• Experience of the application of genetics and genetic approaches to drug discovery and development
• Experience of using and querying population databases
• Expertise in methods for functional interpretation of genomics data, such as variant and gene pathway mapping and enrichment
• Ability to understand and integrate data from other sources (e.g. transcriptomics, proteomics)
• Expertise in the application of machine learning or artificial intelligence approaches
• Relevant biology expertise

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