Computational Scientist

vor 18 Stunden

Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland EMBL Vollzeit

EMBL is a world leader in scientific research and at the forefront in the development of cutting-edge technologies. Research at EMBL is supported by the development of enabling technologies that are made available to the scientific community in its core facilities, eleven of which are currently located at EMBL Heidelberg. Core facilities provide unique tools, expert advice and service for life scientists at EMBL and member states.

The new Core Facility on Microbial Automation & Culturomics in Heidelberg is seeking an experienced and highly motivated computational scientist to join the team. The facility is launched as part of the scientific Program Molecules to Ecosystems, and its goal is to enable high-throughput approaches in cultivation, genetic manipulation and phenotyping of microbial species in isolation or in communities. The facility gives researchers access and training into cutting-edge automation, and accommodates robotic systems for large-scale microbial cultivation, genetics and screens. We develop and will offer services on microbial community deconvolution and characterization – with an initial focus on bacteria of the human gut microbiome. Overall, the facility supports research projects with a broad microbial scientific spectrum.

Your role

The EMBL Microbial Automation & Culturomics Core Facility is looking for a Computational Scientist. The key responsibilities will include:

  • Support researchers in the initial planning of projects, analysis and interpretation of data generated by high-throughput quantitative approaches
  • Analyse bacterial genomic data, from assembly, annotation to repository deposition
  • Maintain computational pipelines for recurring workflows of the facility as well as develop and implement new ones
  • Communicate effectively analysis setup and findings

You have

  • A PhD in biological science or quantitative science (Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or Computer Science)
  • Experience in large-scale genomics and sequencing data analysis
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R or Java
  • Proficiency in developing user-friendly data visualisation and analysis interfaces (e.g. Shiny apps, dashboards)
  • Several years of experience in an interdisciplinary research environment
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
  • High motivation to work independently, while collaborating with the team and interacting with the facility users
  • High adaptability and problem solving skills
  • Proficiency in spoken and written English

You might also have

  • Experience in data management technologies
  • Experience in software development

Contract length: 3 years (renewable to a maximum of 9 years)

Salary: Grade 5; monthly salary from EUR 4.031,02 plus allowances based on family circumstances (after tax, excl. pension and insurance contributions)

Why join us

EMBL is curiosity-driven, community-oriented and international. As an inclusive, equal opportunity employer, we believe that diversity enables us to collaborate more effectively and be innovative in our approaches. We are, therefore, committed to creating an inclusive and flexible culture - one where everyone can realise their full potential and make a positive contribution to our organisation. 

We encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing team – we believe that success is built on having teams whose backgrounds and personal experiences reflect the diversity of the populations that our science serves. We actively encourage applications from all genders and cultures, ethnic groups and all demographics to help us avoid perpetuating biases and oversights at this transformational point in our people strategy.

Enjoy lots of benefits:

  • Financial incentives: Salary free of income tax, Monthly family, child and non-resident allowances, annual salary review, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances

  • Flexible working arrangements

  • Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)

  • Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to public holidays

  • Relocation package including installation grant (if applicable)

  • Campus life: Free shuttle bus (select sites), on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)

  • Family benefits: Kindergarten (Heidelberg), 10 days of child sick leave, generous paid maternity/parental leave and monthly family & child allowances

  • Benefits for international newcomers: Visa exemption, education grant for private schooling, financial support to travel back to your home country every second year and a monthly non-resident allowance.

  • For detailed information please visit our employee benefits page here

What else you need to know

  • International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Visit our International Applicants page, to find out more.

  • EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we apply DORA principles to our recruitment and performance assessment processes here.

  • Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ & individuals from all nationalities. 

  • How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system. Applications will close at 23:59 CET on the date shown below. We aim to provide a response within two weeks after the closing date.

Closing Date

03/11/2025

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