Bioinformatician | Bioinformatiker (m/w/d)
Universitätsklinikum der Martin-Luther-Universität
Job Summary
As a Bioinformatician at the Institute of Pathology, you will play a central role in a genome sequencing model project, serving as a vital link between pathology and medical informatics. Your day-to-day responsibilities involve the independent analysis of sequencing data (Genpanel, WES, and WGS) and the adaptation of bioinformatics pipelines to establish diagnostic workflows. You will participate in tumor boards, interpret complex genomic findings for clinical reporting, and ensure rigorous documentation and quality assurance. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of clinical diagnostics and cutting-edge research within a university medical setting. The role is initially fixed-term until the end of 2029, with a clear intention for permanent transition, making it an attractive long-term career prospect in a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that values professional development and work-life balance.
Required Skills
Education
Completed university degree (Master's or higher) in (Medical/Bio) Informatics or a related scientific field.
Experience
- Professional experience in the analysis of NGS data, specifically RNA-Seq, WES, and WGS
- Extensive experience with standard bioinformatics tools, pipelines, and genomic data formats
- Proven programming proficiency in Python and R within Linux-based environments
- Experience with database management and data integration tools
- Professional background in a medical or clinical context is preferred
Languages
Additional
- Proof of measles immunity is required for application. The position is full-time (38.5 hours/week) and initially fixed-term until December 31, 2029, with the goal of permanent employment. Location is Halle (Saale), Germany.