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Job requirements
Requirements from the employer’s person specification. These describe the role, not your personal match.
Essential
34 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
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Write object-orientated code to a high standard
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Query databases programmatically
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Alignment of next generation sequencing data
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Variant calling from next generation sequencing data
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Programmatic annotation of variants
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Programmatic filtering and prioritisation of variants
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Assessment of impact and clinical interpretation of variants
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Optimise bioinformatics tools for application in local pipelines
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Develop new bioinformatics tools
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Analyse complex genomics data to answer clinical bioinformatics questions
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Organise and manage delivery of complex projects
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Maintain concentration and focus under pressure
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Provide leadership to peers
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Deliver training to colleagues
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Present complex scientific and clinical information to specialist and non-specialist audiences
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Good verbal and written communication skills
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Create and accurately follow documentation and SOPs
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Basic knowledge of human genetics and the effects of genetic variation
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Practical knowledge of programming and coding
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Practical knowledge of statistics for data analysis
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Knowledge of next generation sequencing technologies
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Knowledge and understanding of secondary bioinformatics analysis of data generated by next generation sequencing technologies
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Knowledge and understanding of tertiary bioinformatics analysis of data generated by next generation sequencing technologies
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Knowledge and awareness of the breadth of bioinformatics tools available for the analysis and interpretation of genomic data
- Experience
Has developed bioinformatics tools and/or resources
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Has implemented bioinformatics tools and/or resources
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Has experience of performing specialist analysis and interpretation of genomic data
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Has experience of performing bioinformatics analysis of next generation sequencing data
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Has developed software using an object-oriented language such as Python Has developed relational databases with tools such as MySQL/MariaDB
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Has experience of using tools such as R and pandas to perform programmatic statistical analysis of genomic data
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Has experience of effective, structured project management
- Qualifications
Postgraduate degree / PhD in bioinformatics, mathematics or an appropriate biological science or equivalent experience
- Qualifications
Postgraduate qualification in bioinformatics or an appropriate biological science or equivalent experience with skills in developing new workflows and pipelines
- Additional Requirements
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of safe, kind, excellent.
Desirable
19 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
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Clinically evaluate software for use in delivery of diagnostic services
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Perform code review and provide constructive feedback to peers to improve the quality of code
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Observe and systematically examine processes to propose improvements for clinical service delivery
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Develop bioinformatics policy to guide the practice of clinical bioinformatics
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Respond to queries from end users of bioinformatics software and communicate effectively to resolve issues and deliver against requirements
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Broad knowledge and in-depth understanding of how different types genetic variation can lead to various genetic rare diseases and cancer
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Knowledge of clinical requirements for bioinformatics applications used for diagnostic services
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Familiar with requirements for accreditation of bioinformatics processes to the ISO 15189 standard
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In-depth knowledge of best practice guidance for development and application of bioinformatics tools in clinical laboratories
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Applied knowledge of good management practices
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Knowledge of data security and information governance requirements for clinical data
- Experience
Has experience of working within a diagnostic genomic laboratory
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Has experience of specialist analysis and interpretation of genomic data in a healthcare setting
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Has experience of using automated, reproducible workflow management systems Has experience of performing bioinformatics analysis using cloud compute
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Has developed software collaboratively using a version control system such as git
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Has experience of clinical quality management systems
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Has used project management and team collaboration tools such as JIRA and Confluence
- Qualifications
Completion of Health Education England’s Scientist Training Programme in Clinical Bioinformatics Genomics or equivalent training programme
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HCPC clinical scientist registration or is working towards registration
Job overview
This is an 18-month contract (finishing March 2028) to work on the NHS HaemOnc Genomic Network of Excellence project ‘Streamlining the Pathways to Precision Medicine in Lymphoma’.
This exciting initiative provides the opportunity for you to join a focused multidisciplinary team that includes clinicians, diagnostic haematopathologists, laboratory scientists and academic researchers to develop and implement a novel comprehensive NGS panel for patients with lymphoma to access cutting edge genomic technologies that currently sit at the interface of clinical practice and academic research.
Main duties of the job
- Development of specialist clinical bioinformatics tools and workflows for Lymphoma Precision Medicine, including ctDNA based pathways
- Specialist analysis of lymphoma genomic data: secondary and tertiary bioinformatics
- Continued improvement of specialist clinical bioinformatics tools processes and workflows for delivery of genomic diagnostic services for lymphoma diagnostics, including but not limited to developing efficient pipelines and source code management.
- Investigation and resolution of complex bioinformatics issues by specialist examination of input & output data, and associated bioinformatics processes; includes communication with technical, scientific and clinical staff
- Planning and management of bioinformatics development projects; includes interfacing with technical, scientific and clinical functions of the genomic laboratory 6. Contribution to database build to facilitate data sharing with appropriate on campus collaborators and national databases.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
Please note:- Internal applicants on permanent contracts can apply for this post as a secondment or fixed term contract. For secondments you must have the approval of your line manager before applying. If you are an internal applicant currently on a fixed term contract you are able to apply for this as a fixed term position.
Due to Home Office immigration rules, a full time permanent vacancy cannot be filled by individuals on a Student visa. Therefore, please be advised that if you are a Student visa holder, we will not be able to offer you a full time permanent contract unless you have: - applied for a Graduate visa - or you will have successfully completed your course and have applied for a Graduate visa before the anticipated start date of your employment This vacancy will close at midnight on 22nd September 2026
Interviews are due to be held on 5th October 2026
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Please note if you would like to discuss the required hours of this role further, you should approach the contact given. In some cases, alternative working hours will be considered.
We welcome applications from the Armed Forces.
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This advert is for Translational Research Bioinformatician with Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge, England. It is listed as a Band 7 Health science services role. The advertised salary is £49,387 - £56,515 p.a. pro rata. The contract type is 18 months (Fixed Term/Secondment - End date 31-03-2028). The application deadline is 22 Sep 2026.
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