Data Science Platform Leader Opportunity in Lisbon

Há 2 dias


Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal Euraxess Tempo inteiro

About NOVA Institute for Medical Systems Biology

NOVA Institute for Medical Systems Biology (NIMSB) is a pioneering research institute funded by the European Union within the Horizon Europe Teaming for Excellence action.

NIMSB is a partnership between the NOVA University Lisbon, Portugal, and the Max Delbrück Center for Molecular Medicine (MDC) in Berlin, Germany.

We are committed to becoming leaders in the development, integration, and application of state-of-the-art approaches in Medical Systems Biology to advance biomedical research and precision medicine in Lisbon and Portugal.

Visionary Data Science Technology Platform Leader Wanted

We seek a visionary Data Science Technology Platform Leader to pioneer a cutting-edge research infrastructure focused on service, research, and development of computational methods for large-scale integration and analysis of multidimensional data from single-cell and spatial omics modalities.

The selected candidate will work closely with other NIMSB principal investigators and technology platform leaders to develop, establish and provide seamless workflows in state-of-the-art analyses methods for the NIMSB scientific community and its partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish, lead and oversee operations of the NIMSB Data Science Technology Platform.
  • Collaborate with NIMSB leadership to develop and implement a strategic plan for the platform's operational and scientific goals; ensuring alignment with NIMSB scientific mission.
  • Remain knowledgeable of advances in omics research and technology, especially in the development and use of machine learning tools for integration and analysis of multidimensional (omics) datasets.
  • Implement and develop innovative and effective computational methods that are of relevance to the institute and to the research community, in collaboration with researchers and other NIMSB Technology Platforms.
  • Implement, maintain and provide a diverse portfolio of tools and pipelines for analysis of omics data, ensuring interoperability, efficiency, and usability.
  • Provide expert guidance and training for NIMSB researchers on experimental design and data analysis.
  • Recruit, manage and mentor a team, ensuring quality, performance and professional growth.
  • Be active in securing extra-mural funding for dedicated research projects.
  • Manage and optimize the platform's budget, including planning, forecasting, and regular financial oversight, ensuring sustainable and effective resource allocation.
  • Assist on contracts negotiations and assist with equipment procurement.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection standards and implement FAIR procedures for data management and usage.
  • Implement frameworks for regular evaluation of performance, quality, efficiency, and scalability of the platform.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including researchers, other technology platforms, scientific and medical institutions and funders.
  • Organize workshops and training sessions to ensure transfer of expertise and seamless development of research activities.
  • Promote the platform through publications, presentations and participation in scientific conferences.

Requirements and Qualifications

  • PhD in computer sciences or bioinformatics, or quantitative fields with application to biology or genomics.
  • Knowledge and demonstrated experience with different omics modalities (e.g. single-cell and spatial technologies, proteomics, and metabolomics) and analysis methods.
  • Desirable 5+ years of experience (post-PhD) in data science related fields, preferably with experience in development and use of machine learning frameworks.
  • Strong programming skills, with extensive experience in scientific software development, relational databases, and workflow management systems.
  • Familiarity with high-performance computing.
  • Experience in (meta-)data management and integration, data infrastructure and database management systems.
  • Preferably with proven leadership, supervision and management skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and foster scientific collaborations and partnerships.
  • Experience in engaging with scientific and administrative teams.
  • Experience in securing third-party funding for research and infrastructure development and managing budgets.
  • Strong project management and organizational skills.
  • Excellent English skills, both verbal and written, are essential; proficiency in Portuguese is beneficial, but not mandatory.

What We Offer

We offer an open and international working environment in an attractive and growing scientific and technological campus.

Working contract, with health insurance, is initially limited for 5 years, with the possibility of extension upon evaluation.

Remuneration is compatible with experience and qualifications.



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