Bioinformatics Scientist/Bioinformatics Software Engineer

Research for a life without cancer" is our mission at the German Cancer Research Center. Every contribution counts – whether in research, administration or infrastructure. The National Center for Tumor Diseases (NCT) is a long-term cooperation between the German Cancer Research Center (DKFZ), excellent partners in university medicine, and other research institutions at six locations in Germany. The goal of the NCT is to bring promising results from cancer research into clinical application quickly and safely. One of the six NCT sites is the NCT Berlin, which is a collaboration between the DKFZ, Charité-Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Berlin Institute of Health (BIH), and the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in the Helmholtz Association.
Software Engineer / Bioinformatician
The BIH Core Unit Bioinformatics provides services for efficient, reproducible, and reliable omics data analysis as well as establishing new technologies for interdisciplinary data utilization, including all necessary system and the process innovations. The position will contribute to the further development of multi-omics data management processes and application of cloud systems for data analysis, exploration, and interpretation. by efficiently integrating and utilizing genomics, proteomics, and single cell transcriptomics data to support clinical studies for precision oncology and further facilitating secondary use of data from sources like the NCT MASTER study. You will be part of the NCT Berlin and the wider NCT community and will also work closely with the GHGA team (), as well as with the Charité's pathology department and the whole genome diagnostics model project, led by Dr. We are looking for a Software Engineer / Bioinformatician to join our team as soon as possible. This is a full-time position (currently 39.Development of software for the analysis, management, and interpretation of omics data
Development of innovative approaches for interdisciplinary use of multi-omics data in precision oncology where standard methods are not appropriate
Participation in the further development of open-source software products, especially SODAR and KIOSC
participation in user support and training.
Master's degree in bioinformatics, computer science, or similar required; ideally some years of post-degree work or research experience with omics data
Good knowledge of methods for analyzing sequence data and the use of public data sources, bioinformatics databases, and file and data formats is an advantage
Experience in research data management is a strong advantage
Very good knowledge of software development is needed; Python, Django, and Bash are required; good software engineering knowledge is expected. Very good English language skills
In addition, you will benefit from:

• A modern office located in the heart of Berlin (approx. Excellent framework conditions: state-of-the-art equipment and oppor­tunities for inter­national networking at the highest level
• 30 days of vacation per year
• company pension scheme and capital-forming benefits
• Possibility of part-time work
• Sustainable travel to work: subsidized Germany job ticket
• Our Corporate Health Manage­ment Program offers a holistic approach to your well-being

We are convinced that an innovative research and working environment thrives on the diversity of its employees. Stefan Hell , who received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his research on super-resolution imaging.
The DKFZ core site is located in Heidelberg , the “ City of Science ”, which is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Germany with a highly international community: An estimated 56,000 of Heidelberg’s 160,000 inhabitants have an international background – many of whom are scientists or students.

The DKFZ is an international leader in a number of research areas including stem cell research, bioinformatics and systems biology, cancer genomics, neurooncology, pediatric oncology, cancer prevention, tumor immunology, virology, radiooncology and medical image analysis. The interdisciplinary and collaborative research environment at the DKFZ also results in excellent opportunities for computational and data scientists with interest in biomedical applications.
On the mission for a life without cancer, the DKFZ collaborates with renowned clinical and research institutions at the local, national and international level . A key goal is to continuously strengthen translational research activities with the aim of sustainably advancing state-of-the-art clinical cancer research in Germany and thereby improving the treatment outcomes and quality of life of cancer patients. Together with University Hospital partners across Germany, the DKFZ established the National Centers for Tumor Diseases (NCT) as leading Comprehensive Cancer Centers in Germany, as well as the Hopp Childrens’ Tumor Center (KiTZ) in Heidelberg with a specific focus on pediatric oncology. Within the German Cancer Consortium for Translational Cancer Research (DKTK) , research institutions and university hospitals at eight partner locations collaborate with the DKFZ, the core center of the DKTK, to speed up the transfer of successful cancer research into clinical practice. Training Programs and Career Development
The DKFZ places strong emphasis on the international recruitment and comprehensive training of excellent scientists, specifically welcoming diverse and international backgrounds.
The DKFZ has developed programs to support the reconciliation of family and careers at all levels and international employees are supported by the International Staff Services in the planning, preparation and realization of their stay in Heidelberg.

The DKFZ builds on strong Innovation Management to foster the development of innovative preventive, diagnostic and therapeutic products for maximum societal benefit. It facilitates technology transfer through licensing and support of spin-off companies. Recent examples include iOmx Therapeutics , Apogenix and mtm laboratories. The DKFZ also has strong collaborations with industry partners, such as Bayer Healthcare , Bosch , SAP and Siemens .