JOB SUMMARY
The Staff Scientist - Assistant Level (Bioinformatics) supports research within the specific areas of research programs and performs a variety of procedures using established methods and techniques. The incumbent conducts moderately complex experiments, critically evaluates scientific literature and findings, performs experiments and interprets data and has knowledge of:
- HPC experience
- Cancer Biology experience demonstrated by publication record.
- Proficient in R and Phyton
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience, leadership philosophy, and a summary of their publication history. We especially encourage applications from women to further enhance the diversity of the leadership of our team.
Why Join Us?
Cutting-Edge Research: Work on projects that push the boundaries of computational biology in the context of pediatric solid tumors.
Global Impact: Contribute to improving patient outcomes worldwide.
Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
Inclusive Environment: We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Scientific Impact:
Contribute to multi-model data analysis for pediatric solid tumors. Validate and interpret computational predictions. Drive therapeutic development through data-driven insights.
Cutting-Edge Technologies available:
Leverage state-of-the-art sequencing platforms, including:
- Illumina NextSeq and Epic Array: For high-throughput sequencing and genotyping.
- ONT PromethION: Producing long and ultra-long reads for comprehensive genome analysis.
- NanoString GeoMx: Enabling spatial transcriptomics and protein abundance profiling.
- 10X Single Cell and Visium: Unraveling cellular heterogeneity and spatial gene expression.
- PacBio Long Read Sequencing: Facilitating long-range genomic insights.
KEY ROLE ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Under the general supervision of more senior scientific staff performs research tasks of a moderate scope.
- Performs scientific research at the highest standards.
- Conducts experiments, analyzes and processes data.
- Collects and summarizes scientific data/ information for experiments and archiving.
- Keeps accurate records of experiments, checks data and informs discrepancies.
- Assists with evaluating and testing new processes.
- Complies with safety regulations/ standard protocols.
- Collaborates with other Sidra members to apply the results of research and/or develop new techniques or practices.
- Prepares research results for journals and report publications.
- Presents ongoing work and findings to colleagues both local and in academic conferences.
- Communicates results/findings to the relevant scientific community via published papers.
- Develops and applies novel research methodology to investigate and perform feature extraction in medical imaging, molecular and clinical data for predicting patient outcomes that will be translated into patient care.
- Builds innovative artificial intelligence (AI) solutions using latest and advanced algorithms for improved patient care.
- Implements methods and algorithms for analysis of complex multi-omics data sets including whole exome sequencing (WES), whole genome sequencing (WGS), targeted capture sequencing, RNA-seq, single-cell RNA–seq, ChIP-seq, Methylation sequencing, miRNA-seq, metabolomic and proteomic data.
- Makes use of publicly available biological data including TCGA, GEO, TCIA, cbioportal etc.
- Analyzes rare genetic variant for familial diseases to identify pathogenic variants of likely therapeutic intervention.
- Writes progress reports and research grant proposals for funding agencies.
- A strong track record of peer-reviewed publications in relevant scientific journals is highly desirable.
- Demonstrate your ability to communicate research findings effectively.
QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS – SELECTION CRITERIA
Education
ESSENTIAL: PhD in Bioinformatics.
Experience
ESSENTIAL: Successful completion of post-Doc fellowship.
Job Specific Skills and Abilities
ESSENTIAL: Knowledge of scientific research methods and evaluation of research results
- Knowledge of scientific research methods and evaluation of research results
- Ability to develop and maintain own knowledge and skills at the forefront of field
- Effective problem solving and analytical skills and ability to be detail oriented
- Demonstrated ability to write and edit scientific information for a general audience
- Ability to assist in the management of a project, overcome obstacles, and meet deliverable deadlines
Sidra Medicine a healthy population is essential to a strong, prosperous society, and throughout 2020, Sidra continued to provide uninterrupted comprehensive specialist healthcare services for children and young people; and exceptional maternity, gynecology, and reproductive medical services for women, previously unavailable in Qatar and the region.” – H.H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of Qatar Foundation
Sidra Medicine represents the vision of Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser who serves as its Chairperson. This high-tech facility is home to world-class patient care, scientific expertise, and educational resources.
