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About the Role

Genomics England is seeking a Lead Genomic Data Scientist to lead cancer genome analysis and interpretation projects for external researchers and industrial partners. This role combines technical leadership and people management to enhance cancer genome analysis within a research environment, contributing to the advancement of genomic medicine.

Responsibilities

• Proving technical and scientific leadership in cancer genome analysis.
• Serving as the main point of contact for consulting collaborations, communicating and planning with stakeholders.
• Contributing to the development, implementation, and enhancement of best practices for genome analysis.
• Spearheading end-to-end complex genomic analysis projects, including design, stakeholder engagement, code development, problem-solving, and documentation.
• Conducting benchmarking exercises and enhancements for tools used in processing, analysis, and interpretation of whole genome data.
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Employing and evaluating statistical genetics analysis methods to derive insights from large-scale genomic data.
• Managing and leading a high-performing team to ensure the presence of the right skills.

Requirements

• In-depth expertise in cancer genomics, understanding tumor drivers, and interpreting genomic data through targeted pathways.
• Proficiency in utilizing Python for data processing and analysis.
• Hands-on experience in developing high-quality and reusable code.
• Strong command of Git and CI/CD practices.
• Ability to thoughtfully evaluate and apply statistical and/or machine learning techniques in practical scenarios, interpreting results and considering assumptions and limitations.
• Experience in leading a cross-functional analytical team in an academic or industry environment.
• Ability to create and tailor presentations for diverse audiences.
• Successful applicants will be required to be based at our Canary Wharf office 1 day per week.
• Applicants must disclose any previous offenses at point of application due to the nature of our work in healthcare.

Skills

• Cancer genomics
• Genomic data interpretation
• Python
• Data processing
• Data analysis
• Code development
• Git
• CI/CD practices
• Statistical genetics analysis
• Machine learning techniques
• Presentation skills

Location

• Canary Wharf

Work Type

• Blended working
• Hybrid working

Experience Level

• Lead

Education Level

• PhD degree or equivalent practical experience

Salary/Compensations

• £71,000

Benefits

• Generous Leave: 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, additional leave for long service, and the option to apply for up to 30 days of remote working abroad annually.
• Family-Friendly: Blended working arrangements, flexible working, enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave benefits.
• Pension & Financial: Defined contribution pension (Genomics England double-matches up to 10%), Life Assurance (3x salary), an Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme and a Give As You Earn scheme.
• Learning & Development: Individual learning budgets, support for training and certifications, and reimbursement for one annual professional subscription.
• Recognition & Rewards: Employee recognition programme and referral scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing: Subsidised gym membership, a free Headspace account, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme, eye tests, flu jabs.

About the Company

• Genomics England is a global leader in enabling genomic medicine and research, focused on creating a world where everyone benefits from genomic healthcare.
• Building on the 100,000 Genomes Project, we support the NHS’s world-first national whole genome sequencing service and run the growing National Genomic Research Library, alongside delivering numerous major genomics initiatives.
• By connecting research and clinical care at national scale, we enable immediate healthcare benefits and advances for the future.
• Our mission is to provide the evidence and digital systems so that by 2035 genomics could play a role in up to half of all healthcare interactions, whilst securing the UK’s position as the best place to discover, prove and benefit from genomic innovations.
• We are accelerating our impact and working with patients, doctors, scientists, government and industry to improve genomic testing, and help researchers access the health data and technology they need to make new medical discoveries and create more effective, targeted medicines for everybody.
• Behind the Healthcare and Research outcomes, Genomics England delivers through designing, developing and operating complex healthcare software systems.
• We're on the cusp of big changes with the real prospect of genomics becoming the fabric of everyday healthcare through the lifetime – from birth to old age.

Equal Opportunity

• Genomics England is actively committed to providing and supporting an inclusive environment that promotes equity, diversity and inclusion best practice both within our community and in any other area where we have influence.
• We are proud of our diverse community where everyone can come to work and feel welcomed and treated with respect regardless of any disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, or social background.
• Genomics England’s policies of non-discrimination and equity and will be applied fairly to all people, regardless of age, disability, gender identity or reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, being pregnant or recently becoming a parent, race, religion or beliefs, sex or sexual orientation, length of service, whether full or part-time or employed under a permanent or a fixed-term contract or any other relevant factor.
• Genomics England does not tolerate any form of discrimination, harassment, victimisation or bullying at work.
• Our People policies outline our commitment to inclusivity.
• We aim to remove barriers in our recruitment processes and to be flexible with our interview processes.
• Should you require any adjustments that may help you to fully participate in the recruitment process, we encourage you to discuss this with us.