Genomic Data Scientist (12 Month FTC) - Join Genomics England

Company Description

Genomics England partners with the NHS to provide cutting-edge whole genome sequencing diagnostics. We empower researchers to uncover the causes of diseases and develop innovative treatments, keeping patients and participants at the center of our work.

Our mission is to continuously refine, scale, and evolve our capabilities to enable the delivery of genomic healthcare and conduct pioneering genomic research. By collaborating with patients, doctors, scientists, government, and industry, we aim to enhance genomic testing and provide researchers with the health data and technology necessary to make groundbreaking medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted treatments for all.

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and innovative Genomic Data Scientist to join our dynamic team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. Based in an agile and collaborative environment, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team providing robust programming skills for germline and somatic variant analyses within our Long Reads pipeline squad.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research scientific literature to identify new approaches to genome analysis and contribute to the publication and dissemination of findings.
• Develop and refine algorithms for variant prioritization and classification for cancer diagnostics and screening.
• Benchmark and enhance tools for whole genome data processing and analysis, including alignment, variant callers, and quality control.
• Oversee the complete cycle of NGS data analysis, from sequencing QC to annotation and prioritization of variants.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Strong programming skills in Python and R.
• Knowledge of statistics and/or machine learning.
• Familiarity with high-throughput sequencing algorithms.
• Expertise in cancer genomics, understanding tumor drivers, and interpreting genomic data through targeted pathways.
• Proficiency in Python for efficient data processing and analysis.
• Hands-on experience in developing high-quality, reusable code with a strong command of Git and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to evaluate statistical and machine learning techniques and apply them in practical scenarios.
• Experience working in a cross-functional analytical team in academic or industry settings.

Additional Information

Salary: from £55,000

Joining Genomics England provides immense satisfaction, knowing your work makes a meaningful impact. We also support our people with an enriching benefits package:

• 30 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), with additional days for long service awards
• Generous pension scheme with up to 15% combined contribution
• Life Assurance (3x salary)
• Individual learning budgets, Blinkist account, and diverse courses on our portal
• Wellness benefits including Gympass, Headspace account, and free weekly Yoga classes
• Enhanced maternity & paternity benefits
• Blended working arrangements

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Diversity and Inclusion

Genomics England is committed to providing an inclusive environment that fosters equity, diversity, and inclusion. We celebrate a diverse community where everyone is respected, regardless of disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background.

We enforce non-discrimination and equity policies across all aspects of employment, ensuring fair treatment for all, including considerations of age, gender identity or reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, length of service, and employment type.

Genomics England upholds zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, victimization, or bullying, thereby promoting dignity, respect, and integrity within our workplace.

Working Model

Genomics England offers a flexible working model, recognizing the value of work-life balance. While the norm is to attend the office twice monthly, this may vary based on role requirements. Some roles, such as laboratory and reception teams, may necessitate full-time onsite presence. Our offices are located in Canary Wharf, Cambridge, and Leeds.

Recruitment Process

All successful candidates will undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Applicants must disclose any previous