R&D Bioinformatician Lead
Pubblicato il 11-08-2026 - Chiesi in Parma
About usChiesi is an international research-focused biopharmaceutical group with 90 years' experience, operating in more than 30 countries, with its Headquarter in Parma, Italy.
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More than 8,000 employees across the group are united by a singular purpose: promoting a healthier world for our people, patients, and the planet.
This is what drives us as we research, develop, and market innovative drugs across our main therapeutic areas.
Discover more here.At Chiesi we are thinking generations ahead, driving sustainable innovation with purpose.
This fosters a culture of reliability, transparency, and ethical behaviour at every level.
As a Vantaggi Corporation and a certified B Corp, we have embedded sustainability in our bylaws and continuously measure our impact.Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of who we are.
We believe our differences make us stronger.
We are a vibrant ecosystem of passionate, talented individuals united by strong values, each bringing unique perspectives that help us to continuously challenge the status quo for the better.Chiesi Research & DevelopmentOur R&D; team represents a fundamental asset for the business.
It is divided into integrated functional areas focusing on pipeline projects including discovery and preclinical research, global technical development, drug delivery technology, clinical development, regulatory affairs, pharmacovigilance, intellectual property, quality assurance, R&D; Strategy, Portfolio & Digital Development.
Headquartered in the new purpose-built and fully integrated Research and Development Centre in Parma (Italy), the team also has important operations in Paris (France), Chippenham (UK), Cary (US), Stockholm (Sweden), Toronto (Canada)
and Shanghai (China).Who we are looking forThis is what you will doThe R&D; Bioinformatician Lead drives and executes hands-on bioinformatics analyses in support of target identification and translational research across programs.
The role includes full methodological ownership, with responsibility for shaping and applying advanced bioinformatics strategies aligned with functional plans across therapeutic areas.The R&D; Bioinformatician Lead collaborates in the definition of bioinformatics activities and is accountable for executing those agreed with the functional Lead, in accordance with the organic functional plans.
Responsibilities include delivering analyses, refining methodologies, and ensuring rigor in all data-driven outputs.You will be responsible forLead and execute hands-on bioinformatics analyses, with a focus on methodological rigor, reproducibility, and impactAct as methodological lead for bioinformatics approaches, independently selecting and implementing appropriate pipelines, tools, and workflowsSupports target identification and validation through computational analyses across diverse data types, while proactively monitoring external collaborations and acting as a key liaisonCollaborate with translational leads to define bioinformatics activities in line with the organic translational development plansEnsure timely and high-quality delivery of the agreed bioinformatics activities and communicate findings effectively to cross-functional teamsMaintain strong technical expertise in current bioinformatics trends, proposing innovations and improvements proactivelyFacilitate interpretation of complex datasets to support analytical insights and data-driven strategiesContribute to publications, regulatory documents,
and internal presentations with data-driven evidenceYou will need to havePhD or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field, with demonstrated experience in biomedical settingsMinimum 5 years of hands-on experience in applying bioinformatics to biological and clinical datasetsProven ability to work independently within a matrix organizationStrong proficiency in relevant programming languages (e.g., R, Python) and bioinformatics tools/workflows (e.g., RNA-seq, pathway analysis, NGS data)Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to align activities with functional leads and drive consensus LocationThe position is based in the HQ in Parma with hybrid working arrangements including working in presence and remote working.What we offerNo matter where your path starts at Chiesi, it leads to inspiring possibilities.
Your future is our focus, and we are committed to nurturing your development in our dynamic, friendly environment with access to resources and training every step of the way.We provide top-class benefits, including comprehensive healthcare programs, work-life balance initiatives, and robust relocation support.
Our salary package is competitive, comprising a basic salary, performance bonuses, and benefits benchmarked against the external market.
Additionally, we offer flexible working arrangements, remote work options, and tax assistance services for foreign colleagues, all designed to help you thrive.Chiesi is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce at all levels of our business.
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