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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Bioinformatics / Research Software Engineer with IT Infrastructure Responsibilities - **Company:** Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München - **Location:** München, Germany - **Contract:** Temporary to permanent - **Skills:** Data Analysis, Backup Devices, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Simulation, Computer Programming, Linux, Python (Programming Language), Software Engineering, Backup and Restore, Workflow Management Systems, High Performance Computing, Information Technology - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=7b461ea07c3d127e ## About the Role * PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field * Strong proficiency in Linux-based computational environments and experience with high-performance computing systems * Experience with workflow management systems (e.g., Nextflow, Snakemake) * Familiarity with NGS data formats (e.g., FASTQ, BAM, VCF) and bioinformatics tools * Demonstrated experience in exploratory data analysis and the interpretation of complex biological datasets * Excellent programming skills in Python and/or R * Experience in system administration * High degree of self-motivation, communication skills and competence * Strong written and spoken English skills, good working German knowledge is desirable Desirable qualifications * Experience with single-cell sequencing data, including scRNA-seq and/or scATAC-seq * Experience with bulk epigenomic data, including WGBS, RRBS, ChIP-seqand/or CUT&Tag ## Description We offer a two-year postdoctoral position with the possibility of extension. The scientific focus of the position is the development and application of computational methods for the analysis and integration of next-generation sequencing and single-cell multi-omics data in the context of neuroepigenetics. The successful candidate will contribute to all stages of the research process, from project design and data analysis to workflow and software development, scientific interpretation, and publication. The position also includes daily maintenance and user support as well as long-term planning of our IT infrastructure (servers, storage, backup solutions, high performance computing) for a research institute generating and analysing large amounts of imaging and sequencing data., We are seeking a highly motivated and scientifically independent Postdoctoral Researcher to join the newly established Neuroepigenetics and Data Science group at the Biomedical Center of LMU Munich. * Development and maintenance of bioinformatics workflows for the analysis of next-generation sequencing data * Development of computational methods for the integration and modeling of multi-omics data * Advanced exploratory data analysis of large-scale genomic and epigenomic datasets * IT support of scientific and non-scientific users * Planning and optimization of computational infrastructure (e.g. servers, storage, backup systems, and high-performance computing resources) * Design and execution of independent research projects at the interface of data science, computational biology and neuroepigenetics * Contribution to scientific publications and presentations, Please submit your complete application exclusively via our , including the following documents individually as pdf files: * Cover letter outlining research interests and motivation (please use registration mask). * Brief description of your general research interests and the research projects you have conducted. Describe the scientific rationale underlying your research and highlight your specific contributions to the results. Please also include a brief statement outlining your career goals. (200-300 words). * What aspects of our research are of particular interest to you, and why have you chosen to apply for this project? (150-200 words) * Transcripts of the PhD and Master's degree * Curriculum Vitae (CV) * List of publications (if applicable) * Contact information for two references ## Related Videos - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Hate organising your photos? 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