Lead Data Scientist - Bioinformatics
Job in
George, 6529, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-19
Listing for:
Placements24
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-19
Job specializations:
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IT/Tech
Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer, AI Engineer (Applied/Software), Data Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Data Scientist specializing in Bioinformatics to join their innovative research team in George . This senior role involves leading the development and implementation of advanced analytical models and algorithms to extract insights from complex biological datasets. You will play a critical role in shaping the direction of our client's data science initiatives, contributing to groundbreaking research that drives biological understanding and therapeutic development.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background combined with practical experience in applying data science techniques to biological challenges in a hybrid work setting.
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of machine learning models for biological data analysis.
- Manage and mentor a team of data scientists and bioinformaticians, fostering a collaborative and productive environment.
- Identify opportunities for leveraging data to solve complex biological questions and improve research outcomes.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists, computational biologists, and software engineers to integrate data analysis pipelines.
- Ensure the quality, integrity, and reproducibility of all data analyses and model development.
- Communicate complex findings and technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Bioinformatics , Data Science, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.
- Extensive experience (7+ years) as a Data Scientist, with a significant focus on biological or genomic data.
- Proven leadership experience managing technical teams and projects.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and expertise in relevant libraries (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
- Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and bioinformatics tools.
- Experience with cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and large-scale data processing.
- Highly competitive salary and annual bonus.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- Generous allowance for professional development and training opportunities.
- Flexible hybrid work arrangement based in George .
- Contribution to impactful research in the field of life sciences.
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