Antibody Discovery Data Scientist — Bioinformatics & ML

Antiverse Ltd; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 80,000 - GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A biopharmaceutical start-up in Cardiff is seeking a Computational Biologist / Bioinformatics Data Scientist to enhance drug discovery through innovative data science techniques. The role demands strong programming skills in Python or R, familiarity with NGS data handling, and a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration. Key responsibilities include QC of NGS data, analyzing experimental outputs, and building analysis tools. The company offers an exciting work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a range of benefits including flexible working hours and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days + public holidays

Private medical insurance

Flexible working hours

Stock Options

Discounted Gym and Pool membership

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Thrives at the interface of experimental biology, data science, and machine learning.
• Enjoys manual inspection and analysis.
• Comfortable moving between code, biology, statistics, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• QC and process NGS data.
• Analyse sequencing outputs from phage display experiments.
• Collaborate with ML researchers for model training.

Skills

Strong programming in Python (preferred)

Familiarity with NGS data handling

Solid grasp of experimental design

Competent with data visualization

Strong understanding of molecular biology

Job description

A biopharmaceutical start-up in Cardiff is seeking a Computational Biologist / Bioinformatics Data Scientist to enhance drug discovery through innovative data science techniques. The role demands strong programming skills in Python or R, familiarity with NGS data handling, and a passion for interdisciplinary collaboration. Key responsibilities include QC of NGS data, analyzing experimental outputs, and building analysis tools. The company offers an exciting work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a range of benefits including flexible working hours and private medical insurance.