Bioinformatics Analyst

Job Description:

Mastar Limited is hiring a results -driven Bioinformatics
Analyst to contribute to high -impact biomedical research projects by analysing
complex genomic and multi -omics data. The ideal candidate will have a strong
foundation in biological data science, programming, and algorithmic thinking,
along with experience working in a cross -functional life sciences or healthcare
setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process,
  analyse, and interpret large -scale datasets including genomic,
  transcriptomics, proteomic, and clinical data.
  
• Perform
  data integration and pipeline development using scripting languages like
  Python, R, or Perl.
  
• Develop
  and optimize bioinformatics workflows for sequencing data (e.g., RNA -seq,
  WES, WGS).
  
• Use
  tools such as GATK, Bioconductor, BWA, SAMtools, and other NGS pipelines.
  
• Collaborate
  with biologists, clinicians, and data scientists to generate actionable
  insights.
  
• Maintain
  detailed documentation and ensure data analysis meets reproducibility
  standards.
  
• Contribute
  to publications, reports, and presentations for internal and external
  stakeholders.
  

Requirements

Required Skills:

• Proven
  experience in bioinformatics analysis of high -throughput sequencing data
  (e.g., NGS).
  
• Proficiency
  with Python, R, and command -line tools in Linux/Unix environments.
  
• Familiarity
  with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) and HPC environments.
  
• Strong
  understanding of molecular biology, genetics, and biostatistics.
  
• Excellent
  problem -solving skills and attention to detail.
  
• Strong
  written and verbal communication skills to support collaborative research.
  

Desired Skills:

• Experience
  with machine learning applications in bioinformatics.
  
• Background
  in single -cell RNA sequencing, epigenomics, or metagenomics.
  
• Knowledge
  of FAIR data principles and version control systems (e.g., Git).
  
• Understanding
  of clinical bioinformatics and regulatory -compliant environments.
  

Benefits

Job Benefits:

• Competitive
  salary and annual performance bonus
  
• Hybrid
  working model with flexible hours
  
• Private
  healthcare and dental cover
  
• Generous
  annual leave and training budget
  
• Access
  to cutting -edge tools and industry -leading biotech partners