Principal Bioinformatician

Cranleigh STEM has partnered exclusively with an innovative biotechnology startup developing groundbreaking RNA sequencing technology. Having recently transitioned out of stealth mode, the company is seeking a new Principal Bioinformatician to join their Edinburgh-based team on a permanent basis.

As Principal Bioinformatician, you will play a key role as part of the Senior Leadership Team, shaping the strategic direction of bioinformatics efforts and driving data-driven decision-making. This is a unique opportunity to build and lead a high-performing team, develop transformative bioinformatics solutions, and contribute to the success of a fast-growing company with bold ambitions.

Principal Bioinformatician key responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Lead and manage the bioinformatics team, setting a clear strategic vision and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• Oversee performance management, professional development, coaching, and mentoring.
• Ensure departmental goals align with the company’s broader strategy and objectives.

Technical Oversight

• Guide the development and optimization of bioinformatics tools, including enhancing novel software.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and automation of analysis pipelines for large-scale transcriptomics and genomic datase...