Postdoc - Next Generation Sequencing data and bioinformatics pipeline development (m/f/d)

We are a leading global research organization with over 3000 employees working in the field of material and analytical science, chemical synthesis, process development, bioscience, catalysis and digitalization. With our creative and diverse teams as well as our cutting-edge research, we help to make our customers more successful and drive the sustainability transformation.

As part of an enthusiastic global team of experts, you will provide bioinformatics analyses and decision support to our biotechnology research and development activities.

• Your tasks will include collecting, analyzing and comparing biological data, drawing conclusions from your analyses as well as communicating results, interpretations and recommendations to non-technical audiences.
• You will work closely with experimental molecular biology and sequencing labs and use your familiarity with a breadth of NGS data and bioinformatics techniques to develop innovative solutions to biotechnology problems.
• You will provide guidance to our project partners regarding experimental planning and setup, data collection and processing.
• You will take part in the development of new methods using sequencing technologies and guide establishment of new assays in molecular analytics.
• Moreover, you will play a significant role in managing projects as well as active participation in global cross-functional teams.

• PhD in Bioinformatics or Computational Biology, or a related field like Biology, Systems Biology or Biochemistry with experience in handling and analysis of NGS and biological data
• Profound scripting abilities (e.g. Python, R, shell scripting) are required, experience in at least one programming language (e.g. C, C++, Java) is a plus
• Working knowledge of UNIX-like operating systems as well as database systems and thorough knowledge of bioinformatics tools
• Experience in handling and analysing genomics, transcriptomics or proteomics data
• Preferred experience working with NGS data from both prokaryotes and eukaryotes
• Basic experience working with workflow managers and containerization would be a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, communication skills and the initiative to actively communicate with data producers and data users in an interdisciplinary environment
• Entrepreneurial and team-oriented

• From day one you will be part of the BASF family.
• You will get involved in challenging fields of activity and have the opportunity to work on exciting projects in an interdisciplinary environment.
• Depending on the location of the respective group company you will get to know BASF and participate in various workshops and guided tours.
• In this way you will make numerous interesting experiences and get a deep insight into the world´s leading chemical company.

Do you have any questions about the application process or the position? Please reach out to: Anne Wicke, anne.wicke@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-56410

First information about our application process can be found here: http://on.basf.com/applicationprocess.

BASF SE, located in Ludwigshafen am Rhein, is the corporate headquarters of the BASF Group and part of the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. BASF stands for competence in chemistry since 1865 and is represented today in the world's major consumer markets, with a wide range of products. As the largest employer in the region, BASF SE offers multiple career opportunities for students, university graduates and professionals providing also training in over 30 professions. Leisure, sports, culture and a good infrastructure characterize the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region, in which BASF is also involved with numerous activities. Learn more about BASF SE at on.basf.com/BASFSE_LU

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.