Senior Bioinformatics Scientist (Statistical Genetics)
Illumina
- Cambridge
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Lead the development of novel algorithms for deciphering the human genetic code, diagnosing pathogenic genetic variants by combining information from detailed clinical phenotypes and medical records and genomic data.
- Lead scientific collaborations with Illumina’s academic, nonprofit, and industry partners, and lead a multidisciplinary team focused on achieving these aims.
- Publish and disseminate methods and findings and incorporate them into software products to the benefit of the wider genetics' community.
- Expert in deep learning, statistics, proteinomics and/or genomics
- Possesses strong communication skills, with the ability to present complex scientific ideas to clinical, scientific, and industry audiences.
- Be willing to work in a fast paced, competitive environment, and hold a strong record of successful delivery of complex scientific projects and publications under tight timelines.
- MD or PhD in computer science, genetics, computational biology, or related field.
- Typically requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 3 years and a Master’s degree; or a PhD; or equivalent experience.