Université du - Bioinformatics Platform Manager with a Focus in Responsible and Reproducible

The University of Luxembourg is an international research university with a distinctly multilingual and interdisciplinary character.

The Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (Lcsb) is an interdisciplinary research centre of the University of Luxembourg.

We conduct fundamental and translational research in the field of Systems Biology and Biomedicine - in the lab, in the clinic and in silico. We focus on neurodegenerative processes and are especially interested in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and their contributing factors. The Lcsb recruits talented scientists from various disciplines: computer scientists, mathematicians, biologists, chemists, engineers, physicists and clinicians from more than 50 countries currently work at the Lcsb. We excel because we are truly interdisciplinary, and together we contribute to science and society.

The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Scientific Platform Coordinator, as part of Lcsb`s Scientific Platforms, in close alignment with the Bioinformatics Core Group and the Lcsb Director.

The Lcsb is internationally recognized for GDPR compliant data hosting solutions and data management systems. We develop innovative methodologies for data mining, federated data analysis, and data Fairification. We strongly advocate following responsible and reproducible research (R3) principles to raise research quality and increase the overall reproducibility of scientific results.

Your role

The Lcsb explores opportunities to improve reproducibility, reliability, and resilience of its research output, especially concerning complex biomedical data. These activities are grouped under the Responsible and Reproducible Research (R3) initiative. R3 activities include data integration and management, development of bioinformatics workflows and dedicated research software, and trainings focused on research reproducibility, data security and compliance.

You will manage the implementation of the R3 strategy and its activities involving Lcsb Research Groups and Scientific Platforms and actively communicate with stakeholders to define plausible use cases. You will be involved in developing the long-term strategy for bioinformatic services at Lcsb together with Bioinformatics Core Group.

Tasks:

Develop and implement an R3 strategic roadmap (including goals, deliverables, key performance indicators (KPIs) in close alignment with the Bioinformatics Core Group and the Lcsb Director

Interact regularly with Lcsb Research Groups and Scientific Platforms to monitor ongoing R3 activities, to analyse workflows and to identify opportunities for new R3 activities. Prepare regular reports and timely follow-up on progress, status, and outstanding issues of managed activities

Ensure implementation of Fair principles and GDPR regulations to fulfil data privacy and security

Coordinate and support the organisation of relevant training and information sessions and disseminate R3 best practices, activities and outcomes via publications and conference participations.

In general, stay informed about emerging bioinformatic services and evaluate internal bioinformatic service needs by consulting with Lcsb stakeholders, and identify opportunities for collaboration and service enhancement

In alignment with the Bioinformatics Core Group, be the contact point for bioinformatics support

Your profile

Education: PhD degree in Systems Biology, Computational Biology, Life Science, or any other closely related field

Professional experience:

At least 5 years of relevant experience coordinating large-scale inter-disciplinary systems biology and/or translational projects with focus on reproducibility, data privacy, security, GDPR, data management and Fair principles.

An adequate level of knowledge and competence in both Hardware and software aspects of bioinformatics as well as software development, is essential

Functional skills and knowledge:

Knowledge of managing large life science data throughout its whole life cycle and proven track record in research publications

Experience in creating and defining Fair data infrastructures in the life sciences

Good skills with tools for data curation, analysis, and/or visualization, including scripting languages, databases, visualization software and/or platforms, use of large-scale computing systems, etc.

Excellent oral and written skills in English is essential

Ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders in an international, multi-cultural, multi-disciplinary environment

Excellent interpersonal skills, service oriented, proactive, flexible, resourceful, and able to work independently

Experience in managing a team or supervising students and other scientific staff, as well as industry experience is an asset

We offer

Multilingual and international character. Modern institution with a personal atmosphere. Staff coming from 90 countries. Member of the 'University of the Greater Region' (Unigr)

A modern and dynamic university. High-quality equipment. Close ties to the business world and to the Luxembourg labour market. A unique urban site with excellent infrastructure

A partner for society and industry. Cooperation with European institutions, innovative companies, the Financial Centre and with numerous non-academic partners such as ministries, local governments, associations, NGOs .

How to apply?

Applications should include:

A detailed curriculum vitae (CV)

A cover letter describing your motivation to join our Centre, and what makes your experience and profile the perfect fit for our advertised position as Bioinformatics Platform Manager in the field of Responsible and Reproducible Research (R3)

Contact information from at least 3 referees

Early application is highly encouraged, as the applications will be processed upon reception. Please apply ONLINE formally through the HR system. Applications by Email will not be considered.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. In line with our values, the University of Luxembourg promotes an inclusive culture. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are dedicated to upholding equality and respect for our employees and students.

General information:

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 24 Month (extension possible up to 60 months in total)

Work Hours: Full Time 40. 0 Hours per Week

Location: Campus Belval

Internal Title: Postdoctoral researcher

Job Reference: Uol06767

The yearly gross salary for every Postdoctoral Researcher at the Ul is EUR 83099 (full time).