Proteomics Data Scientist at Platinum Informatics

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Platinum Discovery is part of Platinum Informatics Ltd. A Dundee-based Informatics company, established in 2018, dedicated to transforming scientific experimentation by bringing the digital laboratory of the future to the research laboratories of today. Platinum Discovery provides next generation, multidimensional proteomics, and big data informatics solutions as a contract research organisation. Operating an innovative, end-to-end technology platform, combining start of the art, large-scale mass spectrometry-based proteomics with novel assay formats and custom-built data analytics and visualisation tools. Our services encompass consulting on experimental design and planning, cell and molecular biology, sample processing, mass spectrometry and poly-omics analysis, together with a comprehensive data processing pipeline combined with data analysis and interpretation services.

Your new role

We are looking for a highly motivated data scientist to join our growing team. Reporting to the Head of Platinum Discovery, your role will involve:

Analysis of mass spectrometry / proteomic data (DIA/DDA/TMT/SILAC)
Statistical analysis
Data visualisation
Providing client support with experimental design and data interpretation
Contributing to internal company R&D projects
Preparing reports


About you and your experience

You will have relevant prior experience, including the experimental design of proteomics projects (e.g. DDA/DIA based studies analysing proteins and post-translational protein modifications) and will be familiar with the analysis and interpretation of quantitative proteomics data. This role would be suitable for you if you are an experienced proteomics researcher looking to transition from academia into the biotech sector.

You must be able to work both independently and as part of a team and have excellent communication skills. The role includes liaising with clients to advise on the design of experiments and analysis of MS-based proteomics data, together with preparation of reports and data interpretation. You will be able to demonstrate excellent computational skills and will bring to the role broad experience of working with large and complex data sets and in using a wide range of analytical procedures.

Essential Skills

Experience at PhD/postdoctoral level with processing proteomics data.
Experience with large scale data analysis.
In depth knowledge of statistics.
Computational skills (experience scripting in R or python).
Impeccable attention to detail.
Highly organised and meticulous.
Ability to meet deadlines and work as part of a team.
Desirable

Experience in PTM based proteomics.
Pathway analysis.
Experience with cluster computing.
Experience with jupyter, tableau, Plotly, Spotfire or similar.

Why you want to work here

You will be given responsibility and opportunities to develop and progress.
Work alongside a fantastic team of innovators in a positive can-do culture.
A flexible working environment with variation in your daily work.
Great pension and holiday package.
 

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