Job Description
Senior Scientist, Human Genetics
Location: United Kingdom, London
Position Type: Contract
Salary: Excellent Daily rate
KEMIO is seeking PhD and Post Doc candidates (1-5 years experience) for multiple opportunities with our growing client in London. We are excited to expand this diverse team, which has already hired exceptional individuals from across Europe and renowned institutes in the US.
Hybrid working is available, with a preference for team members to be on-site at least 2 days a week.
This team utilizes genomics and machine learning to expedite drug discovery, focusing on identifying new drug targets, patient populations, and contributing to drug repurposing.
The team's expertise includes statistical genetics, genetic epidemiology, deep learning, and comparative genomics across species.
As a member of this team, you can expect to contribute to:
* Performing large-scale data analysis using human data from biobanks, summary statistics, and omics (genomics, transcriptomics, epigenomics at single-cell and bulk levels)
* Utilizing your analysis and results to assess translational hypotheses
* Working across various human diseases, including fibrotic diseases, metabolic diseases, cancer immunology, and oncology
* Understanding single-cell phenotypes through genetics and their application in drug discovery
* Patient stratification using machine learning methods
* Developing data analytical capacities with CROs
* Partnering with universities and biotech companies to deliver R&D results through external innovation
* Contributing to the strategy of genomics-driven drug discovery and computational biology
What we are looking for:
* PhD in Human Genetics, Statistical Genetics, Pharmacogenetics, Computational Biology, or Computer Science
* 1-5 years post-doctoral experience from an academic institute or industry position supporting computational biology and/or human genetics for drug discovery
* Experience with various omics data; experience with single-cell data is preferred
* Excellent communication skills in English
* Programming skills using R, Python, or other coding/statistical software
We welcome diverse candidates from all over the world.
Please send your CV and contact information for an informal discussion with our team!
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