We’re partnering with a rapidly growing biotechnology company at the forefront of RNA sequencing innovation. Combining advanced bioinformatics with cutting-edge molecular science, this organisation is developing next-generation tools for biomarker discovery and transcriptomic analysis.
Senior Bioinformatician
Permanent, Full-time (Hybrid – minimum 3 days on-site)
£ Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Midlothian, Scotland
Senior Bioinformatician
Responsibilities:
* Developing and executing large-scale transcriptomic data analyses using advanced bioinformatics tools and pipelines.
* Building, optimising, and maintaining robust data analysis software and cloud-based workflows.
* Ensuring quality and reproducibility through strong data standards and QC processes.
* Guiding and supporting junior bioinformaticians and data analysts through code reviews and collaboration.
* Leading complex analysis projects from data processing to interpretation and visualisation.
Senior Bioinformatician
Requirements:
* MSc or PhD in Bioinformatics (or equivalent experience).
* Proven experience in bioinformatics and genomic data analysis, including transcriptomic data processing.
* Strong programming skills in Python and R.
* Solid understanding of bioinformatics algorithms, pipelines, and databases.
* Confident in Linux command-line environments.
Desirable:
* Experience with RNA-related bioinformatics (differential expression, transcriptome assembly, pathway or functional annotation).
* Exposure to long-read sequencing (Oxford Nanopore preferred).
* Experience in a commercial or industrial setting.
* Familiarity with AWS/cloud computing and workflow tools (e.g. Nextflow).
* Proficiency with Git/GitHub version control.
If you’re a talented bioinformatician ready to shape the future of RNA sequencing and biomarker discovery, get in touch or apply!