Bioinformatics Research Specialist

7 days ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia RI Research Instruments GmbH Full time

RI Research Instruments GmbH is a prominent organization dedicated to advancing medical research and technology. Our team comprises skilled scientists, researchers, and support personnel who work collaboratively to tackle significant health challenges, including cancer and other critical diseases.

We are currently seeking a Bioinformatics Research Officer who will play a vital role in the development, implementation, and maintenance of computational and statistical methodologies for analyzing and interpreting next-generation sequencing (NGS) data. This position is integral to our efforts in understanding the genomic factors associated with primary and acquired chemoresistance in ovarian cancer.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and optimize bioinformatics workflows for NGS data analysis

- Conduct variant verification and expression analysis utilizing transcriptomic data

- Analyze SNP array data to assess copy number variations and explore phylogenetic relationships among tumor samples

- Perform integrative analyses that combine whole genome sequencing (WGS), copy number, methylation, and expression data

- Execute statistical analyses to correlate molecular features with clinical outcomes

- Stay updated on advancements in genomic technologies and informatics tools

Qualifications and Skills:

PhD in Bioinformatics or equivalent experience in a related discipline

- Strong computational skills, particularly in managing large datasets within a Unix/Linux environment

- Proficiency in programming and scripting languages (e.g., C/C++, Java, Perl, Python)

- Advanced knowledge of the R programming language and R-based statistical tools, including those from the Bioconductor project for high-throughput genomic data analysis

- Solid understanding of statistics and the presentation of molecular and clinical data

- Experience in analyzing and interpreting extensive genomic datasets (WGS, RNAseq)

- A proven track record of achievements, such as publications, grants, or software/tool development

What We Offer:

RI Research Instruments GmbH provides a collaborative and professional work environment equipped with modern facilities. Employees benefit from competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This position is a full-time role on a fixed-term contract basis.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should prepare their application materials, including a Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria and a CV with 3 Referees. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.



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