Bioinformatician at the SNP&SEQ Technology Platform - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

As part of the National Genomics Infrastructure (NGI) at Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab, www.scilifelab.com), the SNP&SEQ Technology Platform offers next generation sequencing (NGS) technology and SNP genotyping as a service for researchers within and outside of Sweden (www.sequencing.se).

Do you want to work in one of the world's fastest growing technology areas? We are currently recruiting a bioinformatician to join the SNP&SEQ Technology Platform, Department of Medical Sciences (IMV), Biomedical Center (BMC), Uppsala University on a temporary position.

Job description
As a bioinformatician at the SNP&SEQ Technology Platform, you will work with researchers and system developers in a dynamic and creative environment at one of Europe's largest sequencing centers. The sequencing instrumentation offered by the platform includes the Illumina iSeq, MiSeq and NovaSeq systems.

Bioinformaticians are responsible for managing and analyzing the sequence data produced by the platform. This includes processing, quality control, analysis and delivery of data to users. Job tasks may also include contributing to the development and maintenance of the systems used for processing sequencing data, as well as assisting the Research and Development team with analysis of data from internal and external research projects.

Requirements

• M.Sc. degree or equivalent, preferably with a focus on bioinformatics, molecular biotechnology or molecular genomics.
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of large-scale DNA sequencing and its applications.
• Experience working in Linux and with shell scripting.
• Experience with analyzing and visualizing data in R, Matlab or equivalent environment.
• Very good oral and written proficiency in English.

We are looking for a responsible bioinformatician with an eye for detail, who takes initiative and can work both independently and in groups. Emphasis will be placed on personal qualities such as positive attitude and teamwork.

Desirable/merited skills

• Experience with computer clusters and distributed systems.
• Knowledge of, or interest in, biomedical research.
• Experience with Python programming.
• Experience with analyzing and evaluating data from large-scale DNA sequencing and its applications, e.g. RNA-seq, sequence capture, WGS, WGBS, RRBS, ChIP-seq, scRNA-seq etc.
• Proficiency in Swedish.

We welcome applications from recent graduates.

Application
The application must contain a recent CV with copies of diplomas and grades. We would like you to provide references either by providing contact information or by attaching letter(s) of recommendation. Applications are assessed according to the following criteria: appropriate formal education, knowledge and experience from bioinformatics, DNA-sequencing and communication, work sample, as well as personal suitability.

Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.

Salary: Individual salary.

Starting date: As soon as possible.

Type of employment: Temporary position until 30 April 2020.

Scope of employment: 100 %.

For further information about the position please contact: Pontus Larsson, pontus.larsson@medsci.uu.se.

Please submit your application by June 7, 2019, UFV-PA 2019/1668.

Are you considering moving to Sweden to work at Uppsala University? If so, you will find a lot of information about working and living in Sweden at www.uu.se/joinus. You are also welcome to contact International Faculty and Staff Services at ifss@uadm.uu.se.