Bioinformatician (f/m/d) (Bioinformatician)

To support our rapidly growing team, we are looking for the earliest possible date: Bioinformatician for genetic diagnostics and research (f/m/d)

Zentrum Familiärer Brust und Eierstockkrebs - Institut Familiäre Tumorerkrankungen TV-L: 38.5 hours/week fixed-term according to WissZeitVG for 3 years, remuneration according to TV-L up to EG 13 TV-L: 38.5 hours/week

Your tasks

• Analysis and interpretation of NGS data (Panel, WGS: Short- and Long-Reads) in research and diagnostic projects
• Development, automation, and optimization of bioinformatic analysis pipelines for the evaluation of clinical sequencing data
• Further development and operation of existing diagnostic software solutions
• Development of bioinformatic interfaces and web services for diagnostic applications
• Collaboration on scientific publications, presentation of own results

Your profile

• Completed studies in Bioinformatics, Medical Informatics, Computer Science, or a comparable field (Master/Diploma)
• Experience in NGS data analysis, ideally with a human genetics focus
• Proficient use of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R, Java)
• Programming experience with a workflow system, preferably Nextflow or Snakemake
• Familiar with Linux environments and HPC systems
• Experience in the development and use of web services (e.g., REST-APIs) is an advantage
• Good written and spoken English skills

Your advantages

• Everything, except ordinary: You can expect a secure and meaningful job in a demanding work environment where you are always at the cutting edge.
• Job and private life in harmony: Thanks to the flexible working time account and preferred schedules, you have more time for hobbies, family, and friends.
• Team spirit in R(h)einkultur: You will be welcomed with open arms by an interdisciplinary team that values mutual appreciation and helpfulness.
• Strong perspectives: What others gather through various stages of experience, we offer under one roof as one of the largest employers in the region – allowing you to grow beyond yourself and aim for new goals.

Your future with us We are one of the leading university hospitals in Germany and network research, teaching, and patient care at a top level. That is why many things with us are a step larger: the spectrum of exciting development opportunities. The boundless openness with which specialists from all over the world work together here. Or our commitment as an employer to support all employees as best we can in balancing their profession with their goals and life situations. This is Uniklinik Köln: Everything, except ordinary.

Your future in detail The Zentrum Familiärer Brust- und Eierstockkrebs of the Uniklinik Köln is one of the leading competence centers in Germany for diagnostics, counseling, and research on hereditary tumor diseases. Under the leadership of Prof. Dr. med. Alexander Volk, the center is currently being expanded into the Institut für familiäre Tumorerkrankungen – with a forward-looking infrastructure that combines clinical care, genetic analytics, and translational research under one roof.

Applications from women are expressly encouraged and will be given priority in the case of equal suitability, ability, and professional performance. People with disabilities are welcome and will be given preference in the case of equal suitability and qualification. The work area is generally suitable for filling with part-time staff.

Contact PD Dr. rer. nat. Jan Hauke +49 221 478-30762 Universitätsklinikum Köln AöR Geschäftsbereich Personal Kerpener Str. 62 50937 Köln

Uniklinik Köln Career Application deadline: no deadline Job-ID: sw6se8f2 We look forward to receiving your application and getting to know you!