The Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and King’s College London implements a cross-disciplinary model of translational research, leveraging on the extensive adoption of genomics and bioinformatics approaches to advance the identification of novel therapeutic targets and biomarkers of disease.

We are seeking a Post-Doctoral Bioinformatics Researcher with expertise in genomics data analysis and bioinformatics to join our BRC Bioinformatics Core. The post holder will provide expert analysis and interpretation of complex and integrated clinical and genomics datasets arising from cutting-edge translational research programmes in various therapeutic areas.

The successful candidate will have at least a degree, and preferably a PhD or equivalent experience, in bioinformatics, mathematics, statistics, or in a biological science with substantial analytical components. They will enjoy team working and interactions with clinicians and experimental biologists to work on complex real-world datasets, and will have significant experience using bioinformatics tools and programming languages such as R/Bioconductor, Matlab, Perl.

This post provides an ideal opportunity to be part of a highly integrated and multidisciplinary environment and to play a key role in the cutting edge application of genomics and bioinformatics approaches to translational projects.

The salary will be on grade 6: £30,940 to £40,809 inc. of High Cost Area Allowance.
This appointment is for 2 years after which it will be reviewed.

Further information can be obtained online from the BRC’s website www.biomedicalresearchcentre.org

Guy's and St Thomas' is committed to fair pay for all its staff. Benefits include: Final Salary Pension Scheme, Swimming Pool and Fitness Centres, Knowledge & Information Centre, Social Clubs, On-site Nursery (limited places) and access to a Childcare & Families Support Team. The Trust aims to help staff balance work and home life.

Applications are welcomed from applicants with a disability. We can make reasonable adjustments and offer support and advice in a variety of ways throughout the application process. Equality of opportunity is our policy.

As an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends.

Safeguarding children and vulnerable adults

All employees have a responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.

Please apply for this post on-line. If you have problems with using the online process, or need any assistance, please contact the "Recruitment Consultant" detailed below. Training sessions with a member of the recruitment team, in using the online application forms are held at the KIC - Knowledge & Information Centre (Ground Floor St Thomas' Hospital) on Tuesdays from 12.00 – 14.00 for those requiring additional support.

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