Expand your expertise in spatial transcriptomics with UHN as a Bioinformatics Specialist. This temporary full-time role at Toronto Western Hospital focuses on high-performance computing and advanced data analysis.
UHN, Canada's leading research hospital, seeks a Bioinformatics Specialist to enhance spatial transcriptomics across multiple research labs. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in single-cell analysis and computational biology, leveraging their skills in R and Python to optimize workflows. You will be pivotal in mentoring teams and developing cell-segmentation pipelines that will contribute to critical research in arthritis and neuroscience.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead HPC-based automation for single-cell workflows
• Develop cell-segmentation and analysis pipelines




• Mentor team members on computational projects
• Communicate results to collaborators across various disciplines
• Conduct literature reviews to inform methodologies
Requirements:
• Master's degree in relevant field with 5 years’ experience
• Minimum 2 years in single-cell transcriptomics
• Hands-on with Visium HD data
• Proficient in R and Python for NGS
• Robust verbal and written communication skills
Utilize your expertise in data processing and mentorship to support groundbreaking research at UHN.
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📌 Bioinformatics Specialist at UHN (Toronto)
🏢 University Health Network
📍 Toronto