Latest bioinformatician Jobs

Bioinformatician

This role involves developing and implementing bioinformatics algorithms to analyse genomic and transcriptomic data from complex plant genomes. The bioinformatician will translate biological research questions into computational analyses, apply machine learning to predict phenotypic outcomes, and collaborate closely with engineering and research teams to integrate tools into scalable pipelines. The position is embedded within a multidisciplinary plant science institute focused on global food security and sustainability.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

Bioinformatician - Pathogen

This role involves developing and refining bioinformatics workflows to analyse whole genome and metagenomic sequencing data for infectious disease diagnostics. The bioinformatician will work closely with wet lab scientists to interpret complex datasets, focusing on taxonomic classification, antimicrobial resistance prediction, and strain characterisation. The position supports a translational research initiative aiming to deploy scalable diagnostic tools globally.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Senior / Principal Bioinformatician

Process and analyse multi-omic clinical datasets including RNAseq, NGS, and proteomics to derive biological insights supporting drug development decisions. Develop and optimise computational pipelines, integrate omics data with clinical variables, and contribute to scientific reporting and publications. Work autonomously within a collaborative, science-driven team across therapy areas such as oncology, neuro, and inflammation.

Hays Life Sciences London, United Kingdom

Principal Scientist, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

Lead the development and validation of molecular assays including RT-qPCR, dPCR, and NGS for clinical biomarker programs across Moderna's therapeutic pipeline. Drive end-to-end assay lifecycle management, ensure regulatory compliance with GCLP standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality genomic data. Mentor scientists and integrate advanced analytics and AI-enabled tools to accelerate discovery and translational research.

Moderna Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Principal Scientist, Bioanalytical & Molecular Assays

This role involves leading the development and validation of advanced molecular assays—including RT-qPCR, dPCR, and NGS-based methods—for clinical biomarker programs at Moderna. The scientist will drive end-to-end assay lifecycle management, ensure compliance with GCLP and regulatory standards, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to generate high-quality genomic data. A key focus is integrating genomics, bioinformatics, and clinical insights to support drug development and inform future pipeline strategies.

Moderna

Hybrid Permanent

Scientist I, Molecular and Cell Biology

Conduct groundbreaking research in cell rejuvenation by designing and executing in vitro and in vivo studies to validate mechanistic hypotheses. Develop novel biochemical and cellular assays, translate findings into mouse disease models, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to advance therapeutic targets. Operate independently with scientific rigor while contributing to a culture of innovation and inclusion.

Altos Labs Cambridge, United Kingdom £51,500 – £67,700 pa

On-site Permanent

Senior Research Scientist, Mathematical Foundations

This role involves pioneering research at the intersection of mathematics, machine learning, and biology, focusing on developing novel theoretical frameworks for large-scale foundation models trained on unique metagenomic data. The scientist will lead independent research directions, publish at top venues, and translate mathematical insights into AI models that generate novel biological sequences. The position emphasizes first-principles thinking, collaboration, and real-world impact in therapeutic discovery.

Basecamp Research London, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent

(Senior) Computational Genomics Scientist, Algorithms & AI/ML

Design and develop computational algorithms and AI/ML methods to translate metagenomic sequencing data into actionable clinical and public health insights. Focus on taxonomic classification, antimicrobial resistance prediction, and scalable workflow integration within a multidisciplinary team. Work leverages long-read sequencing and large-scale pathogen genomic datasets to advance diagnostic tools.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

Hybrid Permanent

Bioinformatics Engineer

The role involves building and maintaining scalable bioinformatics data infrastructure and workflow orchestration systems to support plant science research. You will develop Nextflow pipelines, ETL processes, and reproducible workflows that integrate omics data from lab instrumentation into analysis-ready formats. Collaboration with bioinformaticians, data analysts, and systems administrators ensures solutions meet evolving research needs in a high-performance computing and cloud environment.

Ellison Institute of Technology Oxford, United Kingdom

On-site Permanent