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Junior Bioinformatician - Immunoprofiling

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Deadline: 19 May 2024

Employment term: Permanent

Category: Science

Job type: Full time

Location: Yerevan

Job description:

With the growing number of new types of immunotherapies, the immune system's role in treating various oncological diseases is becoming increasingly apparent. In the Immunoprofiling Department at BostonGene, we are creating innovative products for the diagnostics and treatment selection of cancer patients based on the molecular analysis of immune blood cells.

We are looking for a graduate bioinformatician to help us research the molecular mechanisms of immune therapy responses and the development of adverse events. This person will also play a crucial role in discovering new biomarkers and predicting therapy responses using different statistical methods and machine learning techniques.


Job responsibilities

  • Analysis of various multi-omics data (Multicolor Flow Cytometry, CyTOF, NGS) to find new biomarkers in blood and create new predictors of therapy toxicity and response to treatment.
  • Process and analyze data from collaboration with top American Cancer centers (e.g. MDA, TJU, MGH, WU, NCI) to gather valuable insights about immune system involvement in disease progression or remission.
  • Participation in the preparation of publications in scientific journals.
  • Communication with American colleges in the Boston laboratory.

Required qualifications

  • BS/MS in Bioinformatics, Biology, Data Science, or a related field.
  • Understanding of molecular biology, and cancer biology concepts, interest in immunology.
  • Basic knowledge of machine learning, statistics, and data analysis techniques.
  • Knowledge of Python programming language and libraries (Pandas, NumPy, etc.) used for data analysis, Linux.
  • Fluent in English and Russian.
  • Experience in working with NGS data will be a plus.

Required candidate level: Junior

Additional information

We offer:

  • Relocation support for candidates (and their immediate family members) to Armenia.
  • Complete documentation and bureaucracy support on-site (bank accounts, residence permit, school contacts, etc.).
  • Full-time position, permanent contract, flexible working hours, hybrid work.
  • The office is located in Yerevan, within a 1-minute walk from the metro.
  • Competitive salary.
  • Healthcare insurance, corporate plans for English language lessons, and gym.
  • Versatile professional environment: bioinformatics, biologists, physicians, and software developers who united to save people’s lives.

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Professional skills

Biology

Soft skills

Research skills

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Benefits

Medical insurance
Teambuilding and corporate events
Flexible working schedule
Complimentary tea, coffee and refreshments
Knowledge sharing culture
Regular salary review
Business trips
Emotional & Mental Wellbeing Programs
No dress code
Staff referral program
Professional Development Reimbursement
Global Business Travel Insurance

Contact details

Website http://www.bostongene.com/

Address: Barekamutyun Business Center, Yerevan, Armenia

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