Genetic Analyst — Rare-Disease Genomics & Multi-Omics

Cambridge; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK research institution is seeking a full-time Genetic Analyst for a fixed-term position. The role involves leading multi-omics analyses for rare diseases using data from the NIHR BioResource. Candidates should have a PhD in bioinformatics, experience with high-throughput genetic data, and skills in statistical analysis and programming. Offering flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is based in Cambridge with potential hybrid work opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible working

Attractive pension scheme

41 days annual holiday

Qualifications

• Experience in generation and analysis of large-scale high-throughput genetic data.
• Familiarity with genome-wide association studies or whole genome sequencing.
• Ability to work independently and maintain excellent relationships with collaborators.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale multi-omics analyses for rare diseases.
• Contribute to analyses of population-scale genome sequence datasets.
• Communicate and present findings effectively to stakeholders.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Statistical genetics

Statistical analysis

Machine learning

R

Python

LINUX/Bash

Education

PhD in bioinformatics or statistical genetics

Job description

A leading UK research institution is seeking a full-time Genetic Analyst for a fixed-term position. The role involves leading multi-omics analyses for rare diseases using data from the NIHR BioResource. Candidates should have a PhD in bioinformatics, experience with high-throughput genetic data, and skills in statistical analysis and programming. Offering flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is based in Cambridge with potential hybrid work opportunities.