Bioinformatics Software Engineer for microbiome research

Opportunity Overview

Join a leading institution where innovative bioinformatics software development is at the forefront of microbiome research. Located at the Institute of Food, Nutrition, and Health at ETH Zurich, you will be part of the Laboratory of Food Systems Biotechnology, working with a team dedicated to advancing our understanding of microbial communities and their impacts on food and human health.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves the development and enhancement of bioinformatics software designed for the analysis and integration of microbiome and other omics datasets. You will collaborate within a diverse team of scientists and engineers, driving the advancement of open-source software across various research initiatives.

Ideal Profile

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree with equivalent experience in relevant fields such as computer science, data science, electrical engineering, or computational biology.
• Proficient in Python programming with substantial experience in bioinformatics software development.
• Proven track record of developing open-source bioinformatics tools.
• Experience with collaborative software development practices, particularly on Git and GitHub.
• Familiarity with implementing GitHub Actions workflows.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written, for effective communication with colleagues and collaborators.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in developing software with QIIME 2.
• Knowledge of biological data structures and data formats.
• Experience working with microbiome datasets such as marker gene and metagenome data.
• Familiarity with the conda ecosystem and conda-build.
• Experience in software containerization using Docker or Singularity.
• Proficiency in high-performance computing environments.

Work Environment

Become part of an institution that values your professional growth while actively contributing to societal benefits. At ETH Zurich, you will enjoy a supportive and sustainable work environment, along with various benefits such as public transport assistance, childcare options, and attractive pension plans.

Diversity and Inclusion

ETH Zurich is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We value diversity in all forms and strive to create a workplace that respects the rights and dignity of all staff and students. Our commitment to equality of opportunity ensures a fair environment conducive to personal and professional growth.

Discover More

Further details about the Institute of Food, Nutrition, and Health can be explored on our website. We look forward to the contributions you can make to our ambitious research agenda.