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Join our innovative team as a NGS Nanopore Scientist focused on pushing Nanopore sequencing technology beyond current limits.

 

You'll design novel approaches, test unproven methodologies, and develop breakthrough protocols.

 

Responsibilities will include:

Laboratory Innovation

  • Design groundbreaking experiments: Create and test novel Nanopore library preparation methods
  • Push technical boundaries: Experiment with unconventional sample types and challenging genomic regions
  • Develop new protocols: Optimize workflows for MinION, GridION, and PromethION platforms
 

Computational Experimentation

  • Build next-generation pipelines: Develop experimental bioinformatics workflows using Python, R, and emerging tools
  • Explore uncharted data: Analyze complex genomic datasets to uncover novel biological insights
  • Create custom solutions: Design specialized analysis approaches for unique experimental challenges
 

Essential Qualifications:

  • PhD in Molecular Biology, Genetics, or Bioinformatics with 0-5 years postdoctoral experience
  • Proven experimental mindset: Track record of designing and executing novel research approaches
  • Technical expertise: Hands-on experience with Nanopore sequencing and computational genomics
  • Programming skills: Proficiency in Python, R, and command-line tools
 

Why This Role Matters

  • Technology leadership: Access to the latest sequencing platforms and computational resources
  • Scientific freedom: Design your own experimental approaches with minimal constraints
  • Real impact: Your experiments could become tomorrow's standard protocols

 

 

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