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Position Summary

Orion Group Life Sciences seeks a Bioinformatician for a six-month contractual appointment with a global biopharmaceutical client in Dublin, offering a hybrid working model with onsite presence required for three days weekly. This opportunity holds potential for permanent placement.

Role Overview

The appointed candidate will join a pioneering DNA research unit dedicated to advancing nucleic acid-based technologies geared toward animal identification, traceability, and population analysis in livestock and companion animals. This role integrates bioinformatics, genomics, and laboratory sciences to support cutting-edge genomic technology development while collaborating broadly across research and commercial domains.

Core Responsibilities

Design and develop computational approaches to process, analyze, and interpret extensive genomic datasets derived from animal DNA.
Perform analyses on Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) and SNP microarray data.
Prepare and carry out quality control of sequencing libraries for NGS applications.
Create, implement, and sustain reliable bioinformatics pipelines and workflows.
Work collaboratively with scientists and cross-functional teams to plan experiments, interpret outcomes, and devise new research questions.
Continuously enhance and optimize bioinformatics tools and methodologies.
Offer technical mentorship and training across DNA operations on bioinformatics tool usage.
Ensure precise documentation and reproducibility of analysis pipelines.
Participate in troubleshooting and improving practices across computational and laboratory environments.

Required Qualifications and Experience

Experience with sequencing library preparation for NGS platforms.
In-depth knowledge of computational genomics and handling large DNA datasets.
Proven ability to develop and manage bioinformatics workflows.
Familiarity with genomic data processing, quality assurance, and result interpretation.
Background working within multidisciplinary scientific or research teams.
Strong organizational skills to manage diverse tasks and deadlines.
Excellent communication abilities, both spoken and written.

Educational Background

Possession of a postgraduate degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in Molecular Biology, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, or related life sciences field.

Key Skills

Bioinformatics and computational genomics expertise
Proficiency with Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) techniques
Advanced DNA data analysis and interpretation
Capability in experimental design and collaboration
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Laboratory proficiency in genomic sample preparations
Vigilance in data quality control
Effective communication and stakeholder engagement
Meticulous attention to detail
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a research team

Additional Information

Employment is initially contractual, based in Dublin with partial onsite engagement required. Salary ranges from 56,000 to 64,000 annually. This role demands a hybrid working model: three days onsite weekly. The opportunity may lead to permanent employment contingent on performance and business needs.

Bioinformatician