Data Scientist (12 Months contract) Wits NICD

 

Recruiter:

AJ Personnel

Job Ref:

1002834116

Date posted:

Friday, July 22, 2022

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa


SUMMARY:
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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Main purpose of the job:

  • To utilize analytical, statistical, and programming skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets related to whole genome sequencing and develop bioinformatics capacity

Location:

  • NICD Sandringham - Johannesburg

Key performance areas:

  • Develop, implement, and maintain systems for bioinformatics data management and reporting, integrating genomics and metadata
  • Provide high-level informatics support
  • Provide technical input into research tools and database design, analysis, and interpretation of data
  • Develop user-specific dashboards
  • Develop automated reports as required
  • Develop, implement, and maintain all related SOPs
  • Compile monthly/quarterly/annual progress reports as required
  • Develop pipelines and workflows for efficient analysis of data
  • Assist in funding proposals and research grants
  • Work with external partners to identify research funding opportunities locally and internationally
  • Teach, train, and assist researchers with bioinformatics analysis

Required minimum education and training:

  • PhD in Bioinformatics or equivalent

Required minimum work experience:

  • 3 years of work experience in bioinformatics or related field

Desirable additional education, work experience, and personal abilities:

  • The successful incumbent must have the below:
    • Strong background in bioinformatics and data science
    • Good programming skills
    • Knowledge of Linux and workflows
    • Strong Python and R programming skills
    • Knowledge of database systems (SQL, Access)

TO APPLY:

  • Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
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  • AJ Personnel is fully POPIA Compliant.
  • Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
  • The closing date for all applications: 01 August 2022.
  • Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
  • Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Please note:

  • Our Client, WHC - NICD, maintains mandatory Covid-19 requirements, and as such only Covid-19 vaccinated incumbents will be considered for positions.
  • WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
  • AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
  • AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

 

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