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R&D / Genetic Researcher

SIBIE LTD Holding Group

Sibie Ltd is a healthcare group. We are an innovative company rapidly expanding our services across the UK, Europe, the USA, and the Gulf region. We are a preferred partner for several leading healthcare organisations due to the high quality of our products and services.

Role Overview

  • We are looking for a highly skilled and research-driven
  • Genetic Research Scientist to join our growing Research & Development (R&D) team. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic and research background in genetics/genomics, a proven record of publishing peer-reviewed research, and hands-on experience with Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) and Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS).
  • The successful candidate will contribute to genetic and genomic research projects, analyse complex genetic datasets, conduct high-quality scientific research, and translate findings into peer-reviewed publications and clinically relevant insights.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct peer-reviewed research in genetics, genomics, and related areas.

Design, conduct, and contribute to Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS) and related genetic analyses.

Develop, validate, and apply

  • Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS) where appropriate.
  • Analyse and interpret genetic and genomic datasets using appropriate statistical and research methodologies.
  • Identify genetic associations and translate research findings into meaningful scientific insights.
  • Prepare manuscripts, reports, abstracts, and other scientific materials for publication.

Publish research findings in peer-reviewed scientific journals

  • and contribute to the development of high-quality research publications.
  • Conduct literature reviews and remain up to date with developments in genetics, genomics, statistical genetics, and related fields.
  • Collaborate with clinical, scientific, data, and R&D teams on research projects.
  • Maintain high standards of scientific integrity, research quality, documentation, and data interpretation.

Requirements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Genetics, Genomics, Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, or a closely related field. A PhD is an advantage.

Minimum

3 years of relevant experience in genetic, genomic, or biomedical research.

Demonstrated experience with Genome-Wide Association Studies (GWAS)

Proven experience in developing and/or applying

  • Polygenic Risk Scores (PRS)
  • A demonstrated record of publishing peer-reviewed research in scientific journals
  • Experience conducting and communicating peer-reviewed genetic/genomic research
  • Strong understanding of genetic research methodologies, statistical genetics, and genomic data analysis.
  • Strong scientific writing and communication skills.

Candidates must be able to provide evidence of relevant

  • published research/publications
  • Benefits
  • At SIBIE Ltd, as a global organisation operating across Europe, the US, the UK, and the UAE, we offer visa sponsorship. We also support flexible work arrangements across our premises.
  • We are committed to fostering a workplace built on respect, diversity, and inclusion, where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive.