Position Summary
We are looking for a mid-level Bio-IT Bioinformatics Specialist with strong hands-on experience in Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT), Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS), and Sanger sequencing. The ideal candidate has a track record of developing or optimizing analytical workflows, troubleshooting sequencing data issues, and integrating new tools and methods to advance genomic analysis capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize bioinformatics workflows for ONT, NGS, and Sanger sequencing data.
Support the expansion of service offerings by implementing novel data analysis methods and tools.
Perform quality control, alignment, variant calling, and annotation for diverse sequencing projects.
Collaborate with wet-lab scientists, software engineers, and project managers to deliver high-quality genomic analyses.
Host or participate in virtual meetings with key customers to provide technical support, discuss results, or assist with project planning as required.
Evaluate and benchmark new sequencing technologies and software solutions.
Document and communicate methods, results, and improvements clearly and effectively.
Assist in the design of custom bioinformatics solutions tailored to client needs.
Stay up to date on bioinformatics advances and incorporate them into company workflows as appropriate.
Required Qualifications
Master’s or PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or a related field.
2–5 years of hands-on experience analyzing data from ONT, NGS, and Sanger sequencing platforms.
Proficiency in at least multiple programming languages (e.g., Python, R, Bash).
Experience with workflow management tools.
Familiarity with common bioinformatics tools (e.g., MinKNOW, Guppy, BWA, GATK, samtools, bcftools).
Proficiency in multiple programming languages Python, C++, Java, R, Julia, Shell, or C/C++
Proficiency in distributed computing and reports generation using tools like Map/Reduce, Hadoop, Hive, Spark, Impala, Pig, Scala, Scalding, Scoobi, and Shark.
Strong understanding of genomics, sequencing technologies, and variant interpretation.
Demonstrated ability to innovate and develop new analytics approaches or pipelines.
Excellent communication and team collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in cloud computing environments.
Familiarity with regulatory and clinical data analysis standards (e.g., CLIA, CAP).
Background in microbial, human, or environmental genomics projects.
Experience writing documentation, training materials, or contributing to open-source projects.
Personal Skills:
Customer-service oriented with a problem-solving attitude;
Strong attention to detail and accuracy is essential;
Entrepreneurial thinking and flexibility to change;
Very good English communication skills (concise writing and orally convincing);
Structured and clear writing skills;
Proven ability to solve complex business problems using analytical reasoning;
Demonstrated positive attitude, self-motivated, team player.
Required Qualifications:
MCA or Bachelors in Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent.
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL CRITERIA
: Eurofins has a strong focus on Performance Management system. This includes quarterly calibrations, half-yearly reviews and annual reviews. The KPIs shall be set and may vary slightly between projects. These will be clearly communicated, documented during the first 30 days of your joining.
