Genomics Scientist (Genomics and Data Science Unit): The African Institute of Biomedical Science and Technology (AiBST)

Job Advert – Genomics Scientist (Genomics and Data Science Unit)

Key Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities & Responsibilities
a) Design and execute genomic studies, including whole genome, exome, transcriptome, targeted sequencing, and genotyping array projects.
b) Process and analyze high
• throughput genomic data using bioinformatic pipelines and statistical methods.
c) Perform genotyping and analysis using SNP Open Array and similar platforms, including sample processing, quality control, and data interpretation.
d) Interpret genomic findings and prepare comprehensive reports, visualizations, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
e) Develop, validate, and optimize new genomic and bioinformatic methodologies.
f) Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot NGS instrumentation and genotyping array systems.
g) Ensure data integrity, quality control, and compliance with relevant ethical and data governance standards.
h) Collaborate with bioinformaticians, biostatisticians, and wet
• lab scientists on multidisciplinary projects.
i) Contribute to grant writing and scientific publications.
j) Train and mentor apprentices, graduate students, and junior staff in genomic techniques and data analysis.

Requirements and Experience
a) MSc or Ph. D in Genomics, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field. Experience with setting up PCR, PCR
• RFLP and RT
• PCR methods on various platforms is a Requirements for this position.
b) Minimum of 2 years of hands
• on Experience in genomics, including practical Experience with NGS library preparation and sequencing. Experience with Sanger sequencing and NGS sequencing on platforms such as Illumina or Thermofisher is a Requirements for this position with expertise in targeted gene sequencing, WES and WGS a strong advantage for the position.
c) Hands
• on Experience with genotyping platforms, specifically SNP Open Array technology, is highly desirable.
d) Proven Experience in the analysis of genomic data using programming/scripting languages (e.g., R, Python) in a Linux environment.
e) Familiarity with bioinformatic tools and pipelines for NGS data analysis (e.g., GATK, SAMtools, DESeq2) and genotyping data analysis.
f) Knowledge of genomic databases and resources (e.g., db. SNP, gnom. AD, TCGA, ENCODE).
g) Experience with high
• performance computing clusters or cloud
• based genomic analysis is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities & Responsibilities
a) Design and execute genomic studies, including whole genome, exome, transcriptome, targeted sequencing, and genotyping array projects.
b) Process and analyze high
• throughput genomic data using bioinformatic pipelines and statistical methods.
c) Perform genotyping and analysis using SNP Open Array and similar platforms, including sample processing, quality control, and data interpretation.
d) Interpret genomic findings and prepare comprehensive reports, visualizations, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
e) Develop, validate, and optimize new genomic and bioinformatic methodologies.
f) Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot NGS instrumentation and genotyping array systems.
g) Ensure data integrity, quality control, and compliance with relevant ethical and data governance standards.
h) Collaborate with bioinformaticians, biostatisticians, and wet
• lab scientists on multidisciplinary projects.
i) Contribute to grant writing and scientific publications.
j) Train and mentor apprentices, graduate students, and junior staff in genomic techniques and data analysis.

How to Apply. To apply for this position, please submit in confidence a resume and a cover letter (merged as one PDF) that details why you are a good fit for this position to gmudzingwa@aibst.edu.zw copying aibstadmin@aibst.edu.zw with the subject: Genomics Scientist Application.The due date for submission of applications is 15 December 2025 at 17:00 CAT.All applications received after the deadline will not be considered.African Institute of Biomedical Science and Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer!