col-wideJob Description:The InstituteThe Centro Nacional de Análisis Genómico (CNAG-CRG) is one of the largest Genome Sequencing Centers in Europe. CNAG-CRG researchers participate in major International Genomic Initiatives such as the International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC), the International Human Epigenome Consortium (IHEC), the International Rare Diseases Research Consortium (IRDiRC) and the European Infrastructure for life-science information (ELIXIR), as well as in several EU-funded projects.It is integrated with the Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG), an international biomedical research institute of excellence, based in Barcelona, Spain, with more than 400 scientists from 44 countries. The CRG is composed by an interdisciplinary, motivated and creative scientific team which is supported both by a flexible and efficient administration and by high-end and innovative technologies.The roleHis/ Her responsibilities include:- Benchmarking of genomics data analysis pipelines- Identification and establishment of relevant thresholds for pipeline automation- Contribute to the implementation of analysis pipelines- Testing workflows and procedures- Contribute to the integration of the pipelines and workflows within a larger product, in close interaction with software engineers, bioinformaticians and biologists.About the teamWhom would we like to hire?Professional experienceMust Have- A minimum experience of 1 year in the analysis of Next Generation Sequencing whole exome or genome data- Experience with Unix operating systems, including shell scriptsDesirable but not required- Understanding of cancer genomics- Experience within diagnostic settings and the analysis and interpretation of genomic data linked to personal clinical information- Experience with Nextflow, CWL and/or WDL- Basic knowledge of software containersEducation and training- You hold an MSc in Bioinformatics or related disciplineLanguages- Fluency in written and spoken EnglishTechnical skills- Working experience in languages such as Perl, Python or R- You have advanced MS Office skillsCompetences- Excellent organisational, prioritising, communication and interpersonal skillsThe offer- Contract duration: open ended project linked to a project.- Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales.- Target start date: as soon as possible.We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or gender identity.The CRG is committed to reconcile a work and family life of its employees and are offering extended vacation period and the possibility to benefit from flexible working hours.Application procedure1. A motivation letter addressed to Dr Raul Tonda.2. A complete CV including contact details.Selection Process**Deadline**: May 26, 2023**Job category**: Other**Area**: Life Sciences
