2024_170_BIOINFORMATICIAN_Genomics

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Clinical Genomics Research group focuses on developing new tools for genetic diagnostics and also building the basis of a personalized strategy for the Neurofibromatoses and Schwannomatosis. We are a multidisciplinary team performing both research and clinical tests since we are members of the Genetic Service at Hospital Germans Trias & Pujol and the Spanish Reference center of Phakomatoses.

Currently we are developing different research projects related with Neurofibromatoses and Schwannomatosis, mostly focused in: 1) development of new genetic tests methods; 2) to study the contribution of NF2 mutation into the progression of schwannomas and meningiomas; 3) development of personalized therapy for Neurofibromatosis type 2 patients.

We are seeking an organized, motivated and team-oriented bioinformatician with previous experience in high-throughput data managing and analysis and with the desire to work in a multidisciplinary team focused in translational research and to get involved in the different projects of the group.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

As member of Clinical Genomics Unit, you will participate in the different projects on going in the laboratory, research activities and publications, but mainly in the analysis of different -omic data generated in the group.
You will actively design and implement new pipelines and software at research level, participate in research activities within the clinical genomics group and in team research publications.
You will work on a daily basis in a multidisciplinary team with clinical staff, bioinformaticians, biologists and molecular geneticists.
You will interact with experts in medicine, genetics and bioinformatics to jointly evaluate the different designs, software, etc. developed, participating in regular group meetings to understand clinical and research needs and improve developments.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCIE

Degree in informatics, computer science, computational biology or similar, if possible with some biology or genetics knowledge. Applicants with degrees in biotechnology, biology or other life sciences will be considered providing they can demonstrate expertise in bioinformatics/computational genomics.
Familiar with front-end web programming skills (html, css, php, javascript, …)
Cloud based Linux design/admin/monitoring.
Scientific computing skills (mostly python and/or R, Conda, Singularity, …). Data integration techniques will be considered.
Knowledge of Next Generation Sequencing, genomic and transcriptomic data analysis will be an asset
Fluent English.
Maintaining close communications with supervisor regarding progress.
Candidates must be highly motivated, proactive attitude and quite independent, with the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
Good organizational skills and excellent attention to detail.
Ability to perform as a team member and good interpersonal skills

WHAT WE OFFER

Start date: 15 January
Full-time (1,628 hours annually)
Idefinite contract linked to the project RNA-based and antisense-based gene therapies for NF2-related SWN” (Contrato indefinido por actividades científico-técnicas, ley 14/2011)
Flexible payment (childminding vouchers).
3 days holiday and 5 days for personal matters + 2 personal days for Easter + 2 personal days fro Christmas.
Training capsules by the company.
Be part of an excellent multidisciplinary research centre with the HRS4R badge.
Location on the Can Ruti Campus, a first-class translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

https://www.germanstrias.org/en/research/cancer/22/clinical-genomics-research

HOW TO APPLY

Interested persons must attach to the application:

Motivation letter explaining their interest in the position.
Updated CV.
Contact of 2-3 references.

Applications will be evaluated in accordance with the guiding principles and objectives of the supply systems, following the process described below:

Curricular evaluation: analysis of the curriculum vitae to assess aspects related to training, professional career and experience in positions related to the job position under selection.
Personal interview: once the résumé has been evaluated, the selected candidates will be called for a personal interview to verify and expand on the information detailed in the résumé and to evaluate aspects related to experience and professional skills.

Applications that do not meet the requirements, that are not included in the cases foreseen or that are not processed in accordance with the established procedure will not be considered in the selection process.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

The call for applications will close on January, 13th, 2025

About us

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute (IGTP) is a public research centre located in Badalona. Its main objective is to increase scientific knowledge in order to transform it into solutions to improve the health and medical care of patients and the community.

The Institute is associated with one of the major university hospitals in the Barcelona area, the Germans Trias i Pujol Hospital, and is part of the Can Ruti biomedical campus. IGTP is a CERCA centre and is also accredited as a centre of excellence by the Instituto de Salud Carlos III (ISCIII) and is in charge of coordinating the management and scientific strategy of the campus, working in close collaboration with the other centres.

The Germans Trias i Pujol Research Institute carries out research within 9 areas:

Cancer
Cardiovascular and Respiratory Diseases
Community Health
Diseases of the Liver and Digestive Tract
Endocrine and Diseases of the Metabolism, Bones and Kidneys
Immunology and Inflammation
Infectious Diseases
Neuroscience
Science of Behaviour and Substance Abuse

Scientists working in these areas publish an average of over 900 papers a year, contribute to improved treatment and healthcare protocols, produce patents and set up spin-off companies in order to improve the lives of patients.

The following video is a bird's eye view of Campus Can Ruti a top-tier translational research environment in the Barcelona area, in a very stimulating scientific environment. The IGTP offers a supportive, friendly and collaborative ecosystem to promote professional development and help you achieve your research goals.

The IGTP, in its commitment to equal opportunities, guarantees equal treatment between candidates and persons with a degree of disability equal to or greater than 33 per 100, as accredited by the Spanish Autonomous Regions or the State Administration, or who have been declared to have a total permanent disability in a different profession through a resolution of the National Institute of Social Security, while retaining functional capacity for the completion of the tasks of the post will be positively considered.