Scientist (f/m/d) Computational Cancer Genomics

Job title:

Scientist (f/m/d) Computational Cancer Genomics

Company:

CureVac

Job description

We are searching for an accountable, multitalented scientist specialized in the field of Computational Cancer Genomics to support our Oncology Antigen Discovery and Computational Research team located in Amsterdam, the Netherlands. The position is embedded in the Antigen Discovery and Validation department, consisting of a multidisciplinary team of cancer genomics, molecular biology, computational science, and immunology experts. The primary goal of the Discovery team is the analysis of proteomics, genomics, and transcriptomics data from internal and external sources with the aim to identify and select personalized as well as shared antigens for development of either personalized or off-the-shelf cancer vaccines.Your Responsibilities:

• Major contribution to the performance of our antigen discovery pipeline to identify and prioritize tumor antigens for oncology programs
• Continuous improvement of the discovery pipeline performance by integrating newly acquired in-house and public data
• Close collaboration with other members of the Antigen Discovery and Validation team on internal and external projects
• Active support and participation in cross-functional projects with other CureVac departments

Your Qualifications:

• PhD in a computational field (e.g. computational immunology, systems biology, bioinformatics, genomics, or similar), focus on immune-oncology is a plus
• Proven track record of building bioinformatics software and/or data analysis pipelines/workflows with experience in Linux computing environments
• Well versed in at least one scripting language, preferably Python
• Keenly aware of software development best practices: package development, unit testing, version control (git), containerization (Docker)
• Experience with machine learning and cloud computing is a plus
• Pro-active attitude with can-do mentality
• Ability to work independently as well as in (multidisciplinary) teams
• Highly motivated, strategically minded, and solution-oriented with strong communication and presentation skills
• Fluency in English

DIVERSITY COMMITMENTTo harness the power of innovation, we invest in the development of diverse employees. We aspire to leverage the qualities and appreciate the unique competencies that each person brings to our company.Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Expected salary

Location

Amsterdam, Noord-Holland

Job date

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 00:42:43 GMT

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