Bioinformatician in Cancer Research

il y a 6 jours


Leuven, Belgique VIB Temps plein

Applications are invited to join an exciting research program within the **VIB Center for Cancer Biology** in the laboratory of JC Marine. The research will explore the molecular mechanisms of intra-tumour heterogeneity to provide insights into cell fate decisions, malignant stem cell renewal, treatment response, and resistance in cancer.

The position will be initially for a fixed term of 12 months with the opportunity to extend. Remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

**Profile**:
**Essential Requirements**
- Masters in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Statistics, Computer Science, Genetics or equivalent
- Detailed knowledge in Python and/or R
- Solid grasp of statistics
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Flexibility and ability to develop new skills
- High-quality written and oral communication skills
- Use of high-performance computing clusters

**Desirable Requirements**
- Experience in the analysis of single-cell RNA-Seq
- Experience in the analysis of spatial transcriptomics/proteomics data is a strong asset
- Development of ShinyApps
- Experience with data management of large scale datasets
- Knowledge of cancer biology

**We offer**:

- Duration: full-time contract of one year with the possibility for extensions.
- (Early) access to state-of-the-art technologies.
- A stimulating (international, multidisciplinary) research environment where quality, professionalism, and team spirit are encouraged.
- The ability to work on scientifically exceptional and high-impact, state-of-the-art projects.
- Possibility of hybrid working
- The opportunity to be part of a young and dynamic team and to provide a meaningful contribution to genetic and oncological research.
- The University of Leuven is one of the most innovative universities in Europe. Leuven is located 20 min. from Brussels, in the center of Europe

**How to apply?**:
Applicants to this role should provide a cover letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment.



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