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BACKGROUND

MalariaGEN is a data-sharing community working to develop new tools to control malaria by integrating epidemiology with genome science (http://www.malariagen.net). The resource centre that supports MalariaGEN is based at both the Sanger Institute near Cambridge and at the Wellcome Trust Centre for Human Genetics at the University of Oxford. MalariaGEN is therefore able to draw on both the Sanger Institute's world leadership in genomics and on Oxford University's world leadership in global health and genetic epidemiology.

MalariaGEN aims to produce global data on natural genetic variation in parasite, mosquito and human populations, and to deliver these data via the http://www.malariagen.net website, alongside web tools which add value by enabling people to explore, understand and analyse the data. Some of these web and data products are intended for unrestricted use by the malaria research and public health community, to inform future research directions and malaria control policy. Other web and data products are being developed for private use by researchers contributing to MalariaGEN community projects, and provide a key incentive to participation in MalariaGEN, e.g., secure web tools providing access to fine-grained genetic data on individual samples.

RESPONSIBILITIES

We have an opportunity for a significantly experienced Bioinformatician to take a key role in our bioinformatics programme, specifically taking a lead role in the project management of one or more data analysis pipelines relating to genome sequencing, genotyping and population genetic data from Plasmodium, Anopheles and human populations.

Our work is highly collaborative and the post-holder will work closely with other informatics and analysis specialists in our team and with partners within and beyond the Institute. Strong communication skills and willingness to work collaboratively in a team setting are essential.

REQUIREMENTS

A good first degree in a scientific, computing or other numerate subject
A post graduate qualification in bioinformatics or related subject
Post-doctoral or equivalent professional experience working in a bioinformatics role
Proven project management and strategic planning skills
Exemplary programming skills, in one of more of Perl, R, C++ and Python
Experience of applied statistics and statistical computing
Significant previous experience developing and operating data analysis pipelines, working with large data volumes and high-performance computing
Strong scientific discipline
Proven ability to work as part of a team and to develop strong collaborative working relationships
Excellent written and oral communication

PREFERENCES

Experience with managing and processing next-generation sequencing data
Experience of detecting and analysing genetic variation
Knowledge and interest in the life sciences, genomics and public health

COMPENSATION

Salary range for this position is GBP 37140 to GBP 48944 per annum dependent on experience.

LOCALE

Due to the highly collaborative nature of the role the position can either be based at the Sanger Institute or at the University of Oxford http://www.well.ox.ac.uk/research-8

TERMS

This position is offered for a fixed term of 3 years.

HOW TO APPLY

To submit your CV and apply for this job please go to https://jobs.sanger.ac.uk to register and apply on line.

http://twitter.com/sangerinstjobs/

For more information about the role please contact the Senior Group Leader, Dominic Kwiatkowski, on Dominic.Kwiatkowski[at]sanger.ac.uk or Dominic[at]well.ox.ac.uk.

DEADLINE

Closing Date for applications – 13th April 2012

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