Senior Computational Postdoctoral Fellow in Immune Genomics and Single-Cell Analysis
The Wellcome Sanger Institute, under the leadership of Dr. Gosia Trynka, is seeking a Senior Computational Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Immune Genomics Group. This position is central to Project JAGUAR, a landmark, multi-country initiative generating one of the world's most comprehensive single-cell immune transcriptomic resources, with a focus on diverse Latin American ancestries. The successful candidate will drive large-scale single-cell analysis, shape analytical strategies, and lead a distributed, equitable analysis model across seven Latin American countries.
The role emphasizes international collaboration, capacity building, and inclusive scientific discovery, aiming to reshape global genomics through equitable partnership and empowerment of local researchers. Candidates should have a PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, genomics, or a related field, with experience in large-scale single-cell analysis, strong programming and analytical skills, and a demonstrated ability to work in collaborative, international teams. Leadership in distributed teams and a commitment to equity and capacity building are highly valued.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful research at the intersection of genomics, human immune regulation, and ancestry-driven diversity. The position is fully funded by the Wellcome Sanger Institute, though specific salary details are not provided. Interested applicants should review the full job description and apply online via the provided link. Informal inquiries can be directed to Dr. Trynka via LinkedIn.
Key research areas include single-cell analysis, immune genomics, computational biology, and international scientific collaboration. The Wellcome Sanger Institute is a world-leading genomics research center based in the UK, offering a vibrant and inclusive research environment.
