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Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT) has developed portable and scalable DNA and RNA sequencing platforms with the goal of enabling the sequencing of any living thing, by anyone, anywhere. The real-time data generation, scalability, and portability of our devices make decentralised and on-location sequencing a practical solution—empowering industries to harness the power of genomic information in diverse settings. The role: Applications Bioinformatician Reporting to the Applications Manager, Genomics Applications, this is a computational role working alongside lab scientists to: Develop end-to-end sequencing workflows Build associated data analysis pipelines You’ll support our Business Development and Strategic Marketing teams by delivering sequencing solutions across sectors such as biopharma, veterinary science, agriculture, food safety, and bioproduction. We’re looking for a skilled bioinformatician with experience in DNA/RNA sequence analysis and pipeline development to join the Genomics Applications team in Oxford. Key responsibilities Contribute to the design of new application-specific molecular assays Develop prototype workflows and perform data analysis Design, optimise, and maintain data analysis pipelines Collaborate closely with wet lab scientists to deliver complete sequencing solutions Follow best practices in software development and maintain thorough documentation Present and report findings to internal and external stakeholders Work cross-functionally with teams in Development, Product Management, and Marketing Qualifications, experience & skills PhD (or equivalent industry experience) in Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Biological Sciences, or Computer Science with a strong bioinformatics component Experience with assay design (desirable) Proficiency in NGS data analysis and variant calling Familiarity with methylation-calling and real-time analysis (ideal but not essential) Ability to adapt or modify bioinformatics tools/pipelines for targeted outcomes Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, R) and experience with workflow tools like Nextflow Good understanding of software development practices (e.g., version control) Proven ability to develop robust software and pipelines Excellent communication and interpersonal skills High attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and a solid work ethic Exceptional time and project management capabilities Oxford Nanopore Technologies is committed to fair and unbiased hiring practices. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and assess all candidates solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the role. #LI-RS1 #LI-Hybrid About Us Oxford Nanopore Technologies: Our goal is to bring the widest benefits to society through enabling the analysis of anything, by anyone, anywhere. The company has developed a new generation of nanopore-based sensing technology for faster, information rich, accessible and affordable molecular analysis. The first application is DNA/RNA sequencing, and the technology is in development for the analysis of other types of molecules including proteins. The technology is used to understand and characterise the biology of humans and diseases such as cancer, plants, animals, bacteria, viruses, and whole environments. With a thriving culture of ambition and strong innovation goals, Oxford Nanopore is a UK headquartered company with global operations and customers in more than 125 countries. Job Info Job Identification 2745 Job Category Scientific Posting Date 05/28/2025, 05:53 PM Apply Before 06/18/2025, 05:53 PM Job Schedule Full time Locations Oxford Science Park, OXFORD, OX4 4DQ, GB Oxford Science Park, OXFORD, OX4 4DQ, GB #J-18808-Ljbffr

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