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Sector: Pharmaceutical Industry
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Role: Research and Development
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Date of last update: 26/06/2026
We are seeking a highly motivated Scientist with proven experience in microbial bioinformatics. The successful candidate will play a key role in the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of Sacco's bioinformatics pipelines. In addition, the position will involve selected wet-lab activities (e.g. DNA extraction, PCR) and the preparation of technical reports, contributing to an integrated and multidisciplinary research environment.
DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Design, implement, and maintain scalable, reproducible bioinformatics pipelines for microbial genomics and multi-omics data
Perform standard wet-lab activities when required
Contribute to assigned projects, including experimental design, data analysis, and report writing
Conduct literature reviews and prepare scientific presentations
Ensure accurate data entry and proper documentation in line with internal standards
SKILLS
- Technical skills: Python, Bash, R, Linux/HPC environments, workflow managers (Snakemake, Nextflow), bioinformatics pipelines, multi-omics data analysis, molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR), applied statistics.
- Soft skills: strong communication in English, analytical thinking, organisation, teamwork, proactivity, results-driven mindset, interest in innovation and emerging technologies.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Biotechnology, Food Technology, Biology, or related disciplines
PhD and/or significant hands-on experience in microbial bioinformatics or related fields
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