Research Scientist - Bioinformatics
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Soweto, 1803, South Africa
Listed on 2026-10-18
Soweto, 1803, South Africa
Listing for:
Placements24
Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Data Scientist, Biomedical Science, Clinical Research
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Research Scientist specializing in Bioinformatics for a fully remote position. This role is crucial for advancing our understanding of complex biological systems through the analysis of large-scale genomic and proteomic data. You will work on challenging projects, developing innovative computational approaches and pipelines to support our cutting-edge research and development initiatives. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated individual with a strong background in computational biology and a passion for scientific discovery, contributing to a globally distributed team dedicated to improving health outcomes through data-driven insights.
Key Responsibilities- Develop and implement sophisticated bioinformatics pipelines for the analysis of next-generation sequencing (NGS) data, including WGS, WES, and RNA-Seq.
- Apply statistical and machine learning techniques to identify biological patterns, biomarkers, and therapeutic targets.
- Collaborate with experimental biologists and clinicians to interpret results and guide research directions.
- Manage and maintain large biological datasets, ensuring data integrity and accessibility.
- Contribute to the writing of scientific publications, grant proposals, and technical documentation.
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics , Computational Biology, Computer Science, Statistics, or a related field.
- Extensive experience with programming languages such as Python or R, and proficiency with bioinformatics tools and databases.
- Demonstrated experience in analyzing diverse biological datasets (genomics, transcriptomics, proteomics).
- Solid understanding of statistical methods and machine learning algorithms relevant to biological data.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Flexible, fully remote working arrangements.
- Generous paid time off and professional development budget.
- Exposure to high-impact research and cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative setting.
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