Bioinformatics Software & Data Engineer at BASF | Nunhems (near Eindhoven , The Netherlands)

Job: Bioinformatics Software & Data Engineer at BASF | Nunhems (near Eindhoven, The Netherlands) At BASF | Nunhems, it is our ambition to make healthy eating enjoyable and sustainable. Together and in collaboration with partners, we are eager to improve our vegetable varieties and solutions for our customers, the vegetable value chain, and consumers worldwide. To further develop and grow this ambition, we are looking for a Bioinformatics Software & Data Engineer.Your Job As a software & data engineer, you will create knowledge and insights from digital data. Within the R&D Digital Innovation team of BASF Nunhems Vegetable Seeds, you will create workflows, pipelines, and digital tools for data acquisition, processing, and analysis. You will provide methods to create, explore, and analyze large genetic and phenotypic information to support breeding decisions. You will play a significant role in the development of our existing genomics and genetics infrastructures by implementing best practices and improving technical designs to ensure platform stability at higher scalability. You will work in close collaboration with local bioinformatics, digital, and research staff, as well as with global research and IT groups throughout BASF.Major AccountabilitiesCreate and maintain unsupervised data-analysis and -integration pipelinesProvide specialized technical expertise and technical advice in relation to data management, workflow development, and data analysis methodsInnovation; propose out-of-the-box solutions for the utilization, storage, and management of dataYour ProfileDegree in computer sciences with a clear interest in plant biology, or a degree in Bioinformatics, Systems Biology, or similar with a clear component of tool developmentProven expertise in creating and supporting digital solutions for biological challengesStrong ability to create scalable and maintainable software in PythonAbove-average knowledge of at least one other programming language (R, SQL, Rust, C)Proven competence in the usage of software-development best practices (git, TDD, containers, etc.)Knowledge of Linux HPC environmentsDo you recognize yourself in the following competencies and skills?Strong communication and presentation skills to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholdersSelf-motivated, innovative, and able to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced research environmentSolution-driven, with attention to detail and qualityCuriosity and drive to understand new technologiesStrong entrepreneurial and innovative spiritStrong stakeholder management and customer orientationInterested in this position? You will be successful in this position when you are able to create efficient applications for data processing and access, playing a crucial role in implementing the 'big-data' side of the R&D digitalization strategy. This position contributes to speed and novelty in variety development and trait and gene discovery by enabling genomics and phenotypic data to integrated breeding teams and securing IP for BASF. Ready to join this team and contribute to our ambition to make healthy eating enjoyable and sustainable for everyone worldwide? Send us your resume (CV) and motivation letter by clicking the 'Apply' button, before October 1st, 2024. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Michiel Weijters, Senior Global Talent Acquisition Specialist via michiel.weijters@basf.com The job is located in the village of Nunhem in the southeast of the Netherlands. Internationally known cities within a commute distance of 45 minutes to 1 hour are Eindhoven (NL), Maastricht (NL), and Düsseldorf (DE). Part of the week can be worked remotely; the other part must be worked at the BASF | Nunhems global headquarters campus in Nunhem. The exact amount of days that can be worked remotely depends on the job and which side of the NL/BE/DE border you have primary residence.What's in it for you? Adding value to our customers begins with adding value to you. At BASF, we believe that people are the key to our long-term success and that talent is in everyone. That's why we empower you with the tools, guidance, and opportunities you need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support that you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions helps us achieve our ambitions. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career. For BASF, diversity is one of the essential keys to business success and the well-being of our employees. We promote an inclusive culture that accepts the diversity of people, experiences, and capabilities. By embracing talents and abilities of all kinds, we aim to boost creativity, motivation, and enhance our teams' performance.

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