For the MD-PhD track at the Miriam and Aaron Gutwirth Medical School at the Weizmann Institute of Science, we are seeking a Data Scientist to join the team that develops computational exercises and analyze biological and clinical data.

Responsibilities:

•Develop analysis tools for biological data.

•Build exercises in computational and statistical research methods, with an emphasis on clinical and biological data.

•Continuously monitor students’ progress in acquiring data analysis skills.

•Guide and mentor teaching staff and teaching assistants.

•Integrate advanced information analysis tools, including:

o Single-cell RNA-seq

o ATAC-seq

o GWAS

o Image analysis

o Methylation analysis

o Machine learning

Requirements:

• Education and experience:

o B.Sc. in Bioinformatics and at least 2 years of relevant industry experience

OR

o M.Sc. in Bioinformatics and B.Sc. in Computer Science or comparable field

• Proficiency in Python programming – mandatory, R – an advantage

• Native-level fluency in English and Hebrew

• Experience in developing teaching materials and/or actual teaching – an advantage

Required Qualities:

• High capacity for self-learning

• Ability to work independently and in a team

• Attention to details, thoroughness, and initiative

• Excellent interpersonal communication