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Post-Master’s/Postdoctoral Researcher position in Bioinformatics, AI & Software Engineering (2-Year Interdisciplinary Role)

About the Project

BioAI4LCSM is a highly interdisciplinary research initiative bridging biopharmaceutical R&D, AI/ML innovation, and modern software engineering. The goal is to develop adaptive, intelligent “Bioinformatics-as-a-Service” (BAAS) tools to revolutionize data analysis in the biopharma industry. We aim to automate and optimize complex workflows through advanced algorithmic modeling, real-time data processing, and AI-enhanced system self-assessment.

Institutions involved:

• University of Bern - Dr. Sebastiano Panichella (Software Engineering, Generative AI)
• Genedata - Reto Ossola & Othmar Pfannes (Biopharmaceutical Software Innovation)
• HES-SO Valais-Wallis - Dr. Saša Miladinović (Applied Data Analytics and Algorithmic Modeling)

Your Role

You will:

• Conduct research on AI/ML-driven analysis of biopharmaceutical data.
• Develop robust, scalable tools to support automated workflows
• Collaborate across institutions to design, prototype, and evaluate data-centric software solutions.
• Engage wzth industry stakeholders to translate findings into real-world applications.
• Publish results in high-impact venues across bioinformatics, software engineering, and AI domains.

What we offer:

• Stimulating research with a dynamic and innovative research team tackling real-world challenges in biopharmaceutical development.
• Collaborate with expert scientists, engineers, and industry leaders.
• Access to state-of-the-art computational data and tools.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates with the following background:

Education

• Master’s or PhD degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

Core Skills

• Strong programming abilities (especially coding in R, Python, and/or similar languages)
  • Experience with bioinformatics is desirable.
  • Understanding of bioinformatics workflows and data formats (or willingness to gain rapid familiarity) is desirable.
• Familiarity with AI/ML techniques and software development practices.
• Strong organizational, communication, and collaborative skills.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written) is required.

Additional Preferred Experience

• Experience with state-of-the-art mass spectrometry computational tools.
• Experience in developing analytical pipelines or computational biology tools.
• Knowledge of data engineering, or DevOps pipeline tools.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills in an interdisciplinary setting.

Start Date and Employment

• Flexible, with a target start during Fall 2025
• Starting with a 2-Year Position (80-100% depending on the experience of the candidate)

Application Requirements

Send your application to  Dr. Sebastiano Panichella ( sebastiano.panichella@unibe.ch), with your application package including:

• CV and cover letter
• Academic transcripts (not required with applicants with a PhD degree - a PDF of PhD thesis is required instead)
• Links to relevant code repositories or publications (if available)
• Reference letters on bioinformatics and programing skills, and other experiences

This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the interface of biotech and AI, contributing to impactful innovations in biopharmaceutical research.