Associate Scientist - Bioinformatics

Location of role Oxford, UK

Department Translational Medicine

Key Responsibilities To provide focused bioinformatics support to Research teams. This individual will conduct and design experimental investigations, with appropriate guidance from colleagues and managers, enabling the advancement of the Company pipeline, process, or technology capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting bioinformatics analysis to draw insights from publicly available and experimental data generated by Research teams
• Assist in the identification of publicly available genomic and transcriptomic datasets
• Process these valuable datasets through proprietary analysis pipelines and align sample metadata to enable harmonisation across multiple studies
• Develop apps and other tools which will provide scientists with the ability to easily view and integrate data from multiple sources
• Involvement in our own in-house sequencing experiments, inclusive of experimental design, quality control and finally, data analysis.
• Supporting management of analytical data
• Maintaining and increasing technical knowledge in relevant fields through self-study, observation, attending relevant conferences and training courses.
• Maintaining accurate records of all work by completing documentation on time, following Company procedures
• Operating in accordance with the Company’s Health and Safety policies.
  
  

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE

• Competent coding abilities in R/BioConductor or Python. Familiar with Linux OS and shell scripting bash. Proven programming ability
• Presented detailed scientific findings and papers to internal and external audiences
• Understanding of molecular biology, cell biology, immunology or related discipline
• Must be able to communicate on a technical level with other scientists from unrelated disciplines
• Self-motivated; demonstrated success in delivering assigned tasks according to timelines
• Ability to think outside the box and problem-solve
• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment as part of a motivated team
  
  

Desirable

• Background in running NGS or single cell analysis pipelines
• Experience in developing R Shiny apps
• May have experience of developing databases, using SQL or similar, and pairing with a user-friendly interface
• Deep understanding of immunotherapy in oncology
• Worked and contributed actively within a diverse team environment.
  
  

Education & Qualifications

• Essential: MSc. in bioinformatic related discipline
• Desirable: Additional academic/industrial experience
  
  

About the Company Immunocore (NASDAQ: IMCR) is a pioneering, commercial-stage T cell receptor biotechnology company whose purpose is to develop and commercialize a new generation of transformative medicines which address unmet patient needs in oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune disease. Our leaders in R&D are internationally recognised as some of the biotech industry’s most successful drug developers. We are creating not just an environment where great minds can interact but an innovation powerhouse answering the big questions.

Focused on delivering first-in-class biological therapies to patients, we have developed a highly innovative soluble TCR platform. Our ImmTAX molecules underpin a new generation of precision engineered drugs that harness the immune system to treat a broad spectrum of diseases with high unmet medical need, including oncology, infectious diseases and autoimmune diseases.

At Immunocore, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We value the unique contributions each person brings to our team. By embracing Science, Trust, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Entrepreneurship (STRIDE), we create an environment where collaboration thrives, ideas flourish, and transformative changes happen. STRIDE represents more than just letters; it embodies our shared identity and drives our mission. We are dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies that transform patients’ lives, advancing medicine, and supporting one another in these pursuits.

Immunocore is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As such, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.