Lead Bioinformatician

Emles BioVentures is a cutting-edge scientific research organisation committed to accelerating and supporting innovative approaches that have the potential to significantly improve human healthspan and longevity. Our mission is to push the boundaries of science to uncover groundbreaking discoveries that can transform how we age and enhance our overall well-being. We are passionate about driving the health revolution through rigorous science, pioneering research, and the application of the latest advancements in biotechnology and medical science.

At Emles BioVentures, we believe that extending the healthy years of life is not just a possibility but an imminent reality. Our dedicated team of scientists, researchers, and experts work tirelessly to explore the mechanisms of aging, identify novel interventions, and develop strategies that promote a longer, healthier life. We are committed to translating scientific research into real-world applications, ensuring that our findings have a tangible impact on human health and longevity.

Join us in our passionate pursuit to revolutionize health and extend the vibrant years of life. By being part of Emles BioVentures, you will contribute to a future where aging is redefined, and longevity becomes achievable for all.

Role Overview

The Lead Bioinformatician is an excellent opportunity to join a company at the beginning of our journey. This is a standalone role that not only contributes to our research programmes but tasked with establishing our data function. Which means you will have the chance to not only join an innovative and truly disruptive team. But, crucially, have the chance to use your ingenuity to solve complex problems as our research advances. Plus, establish a truly cutting edge eco system using your vision to enable EMLES Bioventures to achieve our potential.

We are seeking a Bioinformatician who has experience of Whole Genome Sequencing, Metabolomics and the Microbiome. Who will take ownership for the development of bioinformatics software, pipeline and platform development. Working across all of the research programmes we are currently running and all data types. In this role you will lead the development of tools, building analytical pipelines, design and deliver data infrastructure. You will be working with a scientifically diverse team with varied backgrounds including cell biology, molecular biology and pharmacology for example.

In addition to the core focus of this opportunity you will have the chance to explore your own areas of interest. With the platform provided to ensure that any concepts can be fully explored and commercialised.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development of pipelines for the processing of data generated from Whole Genome Sequencing and Metabolomics.
• Develop methods for the comprehensive analysis of large metabolomic and microbiome datasets.
• Create insights into microbial ecology and communities
• Contribute to research programmes through the analysis of data and reporting of findings.
• Work with a collaborative team on a diverse range of projects covering different scientific disciplines and data sets
• Contribute to the design of studies and propose your own ideas for research programmes.

Essential criteria

• Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Metabolomics or related field.
• Research experience in the Microbiome (bacteria and viruses) with expertise in the human gut microbiome advantageous.
• Demonstrable experience of bioinformatics programming languages (Python, R etc.) and ability to handle large data sets and workflow management.
• Extensive experience in large scale metabolomic and microbiome data analysis.
• Experience in the analysis of Whole Genome Sequencing data
• Experience as a Post Doc and / or Industry
• Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to work independently.

What We Offer

• A flexible and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Being at the forefront of the cutting-edge longevity research.
• Opportunities to network and collaborate with leading researchers and industry experts.
• The chance to contribute to meaningful projects that have the potential to impact human health and longevity.