Bioinformatician
Job Description
- Designing, developing and producing analyses for large omic datasets
- Working with engineering and business stakeholders to (re)develop, improve and integrate data pipelines and procedures for data transformation, quality control and delivery for large-scale – omic or imaging datasets
- Developing tools and workflows in a cloud environment to improve automation and process efficiencies and reduce manual repetitive tasks
- Documenting and maintaining records of all changes to the UK Biobank resource and associated processes in a well-structured manner
- Producing technical reports on data management and procedures.
- Providing clear annotation of data-fields and supporting documentation for the data in the UK Biobank resource
- Delivering training sessions and providing guidance to external researchers on the origins and interpretation of UK Biobank data.
Working hours are 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hybrid working is available. Located in Greater Manchester (initially based in Stockport with a move to Manchester Science Park mid to late 2026). Can ‘you’ do it? Reporting to the Senior Bioinformatician, you will have
- PhD in bioinformatics or related field, or equivalent experience such as 4+ years in a professional bioinformatics role
- Significant experience in analysis of large-scale sequencing data, including complex multistage pipeline development, reporting, and troubleshooting 3. Proficiency in programming, e.g. Python/C++/R, command line applications and experience working on a cloud or cluster computing system
- Familiarity with command line applications and programming standards such as version control
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English, with the ability to present to technical and non-technical audiences.
Where can you have a direct impact on health research happening across the globe?At UK Biobank, that’s where.
UK Biobank is helping to pioneer new pathways in health, believing that people have the right to live longer and more fulfilling lives. We’re a team aiming to make a difference to millions of people on this planet – and an employer who cares passionately about the diverse range of professionals who have come together to drive our incredible journey. This role is pivotal to that journey. Can you do it?
Our passion for diversity and equality means creating a work environment for all employees that is welcoming, respectful, engaging, and enriched with opportunities for personal and professional development. What’s on offer We have a range of benefits here at UK Biobank, some of the highlights of those are:
- 26 days’ annual leave (which increases with length of service) plus Bank Holidays
- Holiday buy scheme (buy up to 1 week of additional leave per year)
- A paid day off for your birthday (in addition to annual leave)
- Flexible (hybrid) working, including modern offices in Stockport
- USS Pension Scheme which is a ‘hybrid’ defined benefit/defined contribution scheme
- Enhanced family leave (available from day 1 of employment)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Professional subscriptions reimbursement (where applicable)
- Free gym on site
- On site Canteen
- Subsidised lunches (GBP 5.50 contribution per day when working on site) and refreshments
- Free car parking
- Employee discounts portal
- 20% Discount at EE
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Eye-care scheme
- Annual flu vaccination
- Life Assurance cover
The job advert closing date may change, so we recommend that if you are planning to apply that you do so without delay.