The Madrid Science Park Foundation (FPCM) offers a permanent contract for a university graduate as a Data Analyst in its Genomics Unit.
This hiring is subject to authorization from the Community of Madrid’s Department of Economy, Finance, and Employment.
FUNCTIONS
As a Genomics Data Analyst, the selected person will primarily carry out the following activities:
- Maintenance, optimization, management, and development of data analysis tools available in the Genomics Unit – FPCM, and incorporation of new tools or functionalities.
- Processing of NGS data, demultiplexing of runs, quality control of sequences, and sample processing, such as adapter trimming.
- Provision of omic data analysis services for users of the Genomics Unit – FPCM: genomics and metagenomics, transcriptomics and metatranscriptomics data, single-cell analysis, high-throughput genotyping/gene expression, statistical analyses, panel analyses, and variant filtering, etc.
- IT and bioinformatics support for the Genomics Unit FPCM: management of equipment and servers, management of data storage systems, repositories, etc.
- Collaboration in training and outreach processes related to the activities of the Genomics Unit and the general activity of the FPCM.
ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
- Hold a university degree (Bachelor’s or equivalent) in fields related to Life Sciences.
- Have completed a Master’s degree in Bioinformatics or have equivalent training.
- Verifiable experience in Genomics data analysis, particularly in next-generation sequencing, real-time PCR, and/or single-cell analysis.
- Proficiency with R packages.
- Ability to program automated tasks within bioinformatics analysis workflows.
- Knowledge and use of the Linux OS.
- B2 level of English, according to the CEFR standard.
- Possibility of immediate incorporation.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Permanent contract.
- Full-time position of 39 hours per week.
- Immediate start.
- Intensive workday schedule during Easter, summer, and Christmas.
- Training in the latest technical and scientific advances.
WORKPLACE
Madrid Science Park Foundation, calle Faraday 7, 28049, Madrid.
SELECTION PLAN
Candidates who obtain the highest score will be interviewed, provided they reach a total of 60 points in the sum of the assessable criteria (C1-C4). The candidate with the highest score will be hired, provided they reach 75 points (C1-C5).
- C1. Knowledge of data analysis techniques: 40%
- C2. Knowledge of next-generation sequencing and single-cell techniques: 20%
- C3. Knowledge of Linux OS administration: 10%
- C4. Other knowledge and experience that can provide added value: 10%
- C5. Interview: 20%
APPLICATIONS
Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter through this link.
Subject of the cover letter: Candidatura ANALISTA DE DATOS.
Pre-selected candidates will be called for a personal interview.
