Your work will focus on bioinformatic analyses of transcriptomic, genomic, and epigenomic data of single-cell and bulk datasets, derived from various projects within the lab. Methodologies used in our laboratory include, but are not limited to, whole genome sequencing, RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, Cut&Run, cellular barcoding, and single-cell transcriptomics. Our goal is to comprehensively study the impact of gene fusions and other genetic drivers in sarcomagenesis, uncover specific vulnerabilities they create, and ultimately aim at maximizing the potential for rapid clinical translation.
You will work in an international, highly collaborative environment with PhD students and postdoctoral researchers and be embedded in the vibrant research ecosystem of the Hopp Children’s Cancer Center Heidelberg (KiTZ).
Your Tasks
We are looking for a data scientist / bioinformatician:
* to generate and harmonize user-friendly, standardized data analysis pipelines for a variety of computational tasks, including, but not limited to, mutation calling, bulk and single-cell RNA-seq analysis, ChIP-seq/Cut&Run analysis, CRISPR screen analysis, and DNA barcoding analysis,
* to perform large-scale data integration of single-cell RNA-seq datasets and generate user-friendly applications for data exploration,
* to perform data analysis derived from diverse scientific topics in collaboration with PhD students and postdocs,
* to train students and postdocs in basic data analysis pipeline implementation and bioinformatics workflows.
Your Profile
* Master's or PhD degree in bioinformatics, computational biology, statistics, computer science, physics, molecular biotechnology, or a related discipline
* Prior bioinformatics training in transcriptomics, epigenomics, and/or genomics
* Strong analytical skills, as well as broad experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, R, Bash); knowledge of common bioinformatics software and access to databases are essential
* Basic understanding of biology
* Proficient in English; German is not required
* Collaborative, communicative, ambitious, datail-oriented, curious, and organized, as well as the ability to work in a multidisciplinary international team is expected
* Professional time management
Please submit your curriculum vitae, master's and/or doctoral degree certificates, a letter of motivation, and contact information of 2 references via the DKFZ application portal. Applications sent by email cannot be considered.
We Offer
Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and opportunities for international networking at the highest level
30 days of vacation per year
Flexible working hours
Remuneration according to TV-L incl. occupational pension plan and capital-forming payments
Possibility of part-time work
Family-friendly working environment
Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
Unleash your full potential: targeted offers for your personal development to further develop your talents
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