Bioinformatician - Santiago de Compostela, A Coruña - Morson Talent
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Bioinformatics Scientist – In Vivo CRISPR ScreeningContract: 6 monthsLocation: Remote.Must be an EU Citizen with an active Limited company
Role OverviewMy client is seeking a highly skilled Bioinformatics Scientist with strong expertise in in vivo CRISPR screening and CRISPR library design to support ongoing discovery and translational research initiatives. This is a 6-month contract role , working remotely within Spain, offering the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams at the forefront of biomedical innovation.
Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and support in vivo CRISPR screening experiments , contributing to experimental strategy and downstream analytical planning.Collaborate on the design and generation of CRISPR libraries , ensuring high on-target efficiency and minimal off-target effects.Apply computational tools, pipelines, and statistical methods to process and interpret large-scale next-generation sequencing data.Analyse data from in vivo CRISPR screens to identify candidate gene targets and biologically meaningful signals.Validate, interpret, and clearly communicate results to support decision-making.Work closely with wet-lab and experimental biology teams to integrate bioinformatics insights into project pipelines.
Required Skills & ExperienceStrong background in bioinformatics, computational biology, or a related discipline .Demonstrated experience with in vivo CRISPR screening and CRISPR library design .Proficiency in analysing high-throughput sequencing data using computational and statistical approaches.Experience working with large datasets and developing or using bioinformatics pipelines.Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional, matrixed research teams .Excellent analytical thinking and clear scientific communication skills.
Desirable ExperienceExperience in pharmaceutical or biotech research environments .Familiarity with functional genomics, target discovery, or translational research workflows.