Bio-informatician / Data-scientist

The Biomedical Primate Research Centre (BPRC) is a scientific institute conducting research aimed at contributing to the development of new medicines for life-threatening human diseases and alternatives to animal experimentation. More information about our research focus and methodologies can be found on our website.

We currently have a position available for a

Bioinformatician / Data Scientist

Machine learning - Artificial intelligence

BPRC is looking for a creative, independent, and motivated Bioinformatician / Data Scientist who will play a key role in the integration of diverse datasets. You will contribute to unique and ambitious biomedical research by bringing together complex biological data in order to better understand disease mechanisms and to enhance translation to human health.

Your role

As a Bioinformatician / Data Scientist you will work institute-wide and be responsible for the integration of diverse datasets, including genomics, transcriptomics, and proteomics, as well as medical imaging (such as CT scans and histology) and pathology and clinical scoring data.

You will develop and apply advanced machine learning and AI methods, with particular attention to scenarios where datasets are relatively small. By employing techniques such as transfer learning, you will overcome these challenges and generate new insights. You will also contribute ideas for innovative methods to make optimal use of available data.

A key component of your work will be to contribute to the development of a data platform centered on the macaque model. You will collect and integrate data from various public and internal sources, thereby creating a knowledge hub for macaque research. This platform will not only improve the translation of research to human health but also aims to help reduce the use of animal experiments.

Your profile

• A PhD degree, or an MSc degree with at least 4 years of relevant work experience in bioinformatics, data science, computational biology, or a related field.
• Demonstrable experience in machine learning, AI, and data integration.
• Experience in the analysis of omics data.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R; experience with database development is an advantage.
• Creativity, independence, and willingness to collaborate across departments with scientists in various research fields (e.g., immunology, virology, parasitology, neurology, imaging).
• Interest in translational research and in the societal importance of reducing animal experimentation.

What we offer

• A challenging and socially relevant position (32–40 hours per week) within a leading research institute.
• Space for personal ideas, innovation, and scientific creativity.
• Collaboration with scientists in an interdisciplinary environment.
• The opportunity to contribute to a unique mission: understanding disease mechanisms, advancing translational research, and reducing animal experimentation.

Application

Are you interested in this position? Please send your application including a motivation letter and CV to [email protected] before October 20. First round of interviews will be in week 44

More information

For more information about this position, please contact Sandra Verdoorn ([email protected]) or after October 13th with Dr. Jesse Bruijnesteijn at [email protected] or by phone at +31 (0)15 284 2574.