Bioinformatics Specialist
IN-MOL-CELL at the IIMCB is a comprehensive, integrated research infrastructure comprising currently 7 specialized Core Facilities. Its main goal is to support innovative biomedical research by providing access to unique technologies and multidisciplinary services, enabling the development of new therapeutic and diagnostic methods. The IIMCB hosts a vibrant, multinational community of scientists and is well-connected internationally, as exemplified by the composition of the IIMCB's International Advisory Board and the IIMCB's membership in (https://eu-life.eu), an alliance of 15 top European research institutions. The IIMCB is on its way to unprecedented scientific and institutional growth, in part supported by: the RACE project entitled: “RNA and Cell Biology - from Fundamental Research to Therapies” funded in the Teaming for Excellence programme under Horizon Europe and National Recovery Plan under the "Molecular and Cell Research Infrastructure" project.
Through the investment of over 16 million euros into equipment and planned expansion to eventually support 20 research groups, we aim to become a unique Polish center where excellent science benefits from state-of-the-art technologies and services provided by core facilities. To this end, the IIMCB is establishing institutional support for the development of current and the creation of new core facilities.
We are currently seeking a bioinformatician to join our team as a specialist or expert. The person hired for this role will collaborate closely with the Genome Engineering Facility (geu.iimcb.gov.pl) to provide analyses of Nanopore-derived data and support research labs in their projects, with a primary focus on RNA-seq analysis.
The deadline for applications is July 15th, 2025. The proposed start date of employment is August 1st, 2025 (flexible).
Key responsibilities:
- Perform analysis of next-generation sequencing datasets, including Oxford Nanopore-derived long-read sequencing data
- Coordinate data storage and management for next-generation sequencing data
- Collaborate with research labs and core facilities on projects
- Improvement and implementation of existing and new analytical pipelines
Requirements:
- Hold a BSc or MSc degree in computer science, bioinformatics, biology, biotechnology, or related fields
- Confirmed knowledge of R or Python (desirably both), including standard bioinformatic libraries (Bioconductor, Biopython)
- Experience with Nextflow-based workflows
- Understanding of molecular biology and genomics
- At least basic experience in RNA-seq data analysis
- At least basic experience in visualization skills and statistical data analysis
- Openness to learning new methods and tools
- Good communication skills and ability to work in a team
- Fluent English proficiency, enabling work in an international environment
Nice to have:
- Experience with long-read sequencing data (Nanopore or PacBio)
- Experience with the cloud-computing environment
- Good background in the Linux operating system, including HPC systems
- Linux server management skills
- Basic knowledge of at least one object-oriented programming language (e.g., C++)
We offer:
- Full employment contract initially for 6 months, with the possibility to extend to an open-ended contract
- Salary of 7000-11000 PLN gross/month, depending on the experience
- Full-time salary is complemented by an additional 13th salary plus an annual bonus
- Additional paid vacation time starting from the 2nd year of employment (up to 10 extra days off)
- A clearly established career development pathway for employees in core facilities
- Participation in interesting scientific projects
- Opportunities for professional development - participation in courses, foreign conferences, trainings at partner Institutes
- Work in hybrid mode
- Full organizational and administrative support by professional English-speaking staff
- Friendly, inclusive, international working environment
How to apply:
- Apply now via e-recruiter: e-recruiter
- Please include the following statement in your CV: “I hereby agree to the processing of my personal data, included in the application documents by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw, 4 Księcia Trojdena Street, 02-109 Warsaw, for the purpose of carrying out the current recruitment process.” Your personal data will be processed for the purpose of the recruitment procedure by the International Institute of Molecular and Cell Biology in Warsaw.
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The competition may be extended until a suitable candidate who fulfils all requirements is found. Short-listed candidates will be invited for an interview
