Staff Bioinformatician

Company: Mason Harding
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Location: Cambridge
Job Description:

Senior/Staff Bioinformatician | Cambridge, UK (1 day/week onsite, 4 days remote)

We’ve partnered with an innovative biotech company at the forefront of gene editing safety, developing cutting-edge genomics platforms that help make next-generation cell and gene therapies safer and more precise.

We’re looking for an experienced computational scientist to lead customer-facing bioinformatics projects, develop scalable Nextflow pipelines, and analyse complex NGS datasets to deliver impactful scientific insights.

What you’ll work on:

  • Bioinformatics pipeline development (Nextflow, Python, cloud/AWS)
  • Analysis of genome editing and off-target sequencing data
  • Client-facing scientific reporting and technical presentations
  • Cross-functional collaboration across R&D, software, and commercial teams
  • Building new analytical tools and workflows for advanced gene editing applications

Ideal background:

  • PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or related field
  • Industry or highly relevant postdoctoral experience (minimum 2 years industry preferred)
  • Strong Python + NGS analysis skills
  • Practical experience developing bioinformatics pipelines in Nextflow
  • Experience with cloud workflows, containers, and Git
  • Excellent communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

✨ Bonus if you have experience with CRISPR, gene editing, or off-target analysis technologies.

Cambridge, UK (1 day/week onsite, 4 days remote)

Full-time | Competitive salary + benefits + share scheme

If you’re excited by the opportunity to shape the future of safe gene editing, we’d love to hear from you!

Posted: May 23rd, 2026