Indus Health Plus Pvt. Ltd., a leading preventive healthcare company in India, is seeking a skilled and experienced Consultant – Bioinformatics for a project-based role to optimize and redesign a genotyping pipeline for Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) and Whole Exome Sequencing (WES) data. With a mission of “Samajhkar Behtar” (Understanding for Better Health), we invite passionate bioinformaticians to join our innovative team in Pune or remotely for a 2-month project (extendable) starting immediately.

Why Join Indus Health Plus?

Indus Health Plus, founded in 2000, is a pioneer in preventive health checkups, serving over 1 million customers across 80+ cities in India. By joining us, you will:

Work on cutting-edge genomic projects with real-world healthcare impact
Collaborate with a team dedicated to personalized medicine and preventive care
Benefit from a flexible work environment (Pune or remote) and a 4.0/5 rating for innovation (based on employee reviews on Glassdoor)
Contribute to a company with ISO 9001:2015 certification and a focus on advanced diagnostics

Note: Some reviews mention high-pressure timelines; candidates should discuss project expectations during the application process.

Position Details

Role: Consultant – Bioinformatics (Project-Based)
Location: Pune, Maharashtra / Remote
Duration: 2 months (extendable based on project needs)
Start Date: Immediate
Work Environment: Hybrid or fully remote, with preference for candidates familiar with cloud-based workflows

Key Responsibilities

Pipeline Analysis: Analyze the structure and logic of the existing genotyping-based pipeline
Workflow Redesign: Adapt the pipeline to handle WGS and WES data formats and complexities
Implementation: Develop and implement variant calling, annotation, filtering, and quality control (QC) steps tailored for WGS/WES data
Cloud Compatibility: Ensure the pipeline is compatible with large-scale genomic datasets and cloud-based environments (AWS preferred)
Optimization: Enhance the pipeline for reproducibility, modularity, and scalability
Documentation: Provide detailed technical documentation, including dependencies and usage instructions

Required Qualifications & Experience

Education: Ph.D. or Master’s in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Genomics, or related fields
Experience: Proven track record in developing and deploying pipelines for WGS/WES data
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in Python, Shell scripting, and workflow languages (Nextflow, Snakemake, WDL)
- Expertise with variant calling tools (GATK, FreeBayes, DeepVariant)
- Familiarity with annotation tools (VEP, ANNOVAR) and QC tools (FastQC, MultiQC)
- Experience handling VCF, BAM/CRAM, and FASTQ file formats
- Knowledge of cloud platforms, preferably AWS (S3, EC2, Batch, etc.)
Soft Skills: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to meet project deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

Experience transitioning genotyping workflows to Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)-based workflows
Familiarity with containerization tools (Docker, Singularity) and CI/CD practices
Prior work with large-scale genomic datasets in a healthcare or research setting

How to Apply

Interested candidates should:

Email: Send your updated resume to hr@indushealthplus.com with the subject line “Application for Consultant – Bioinformatics”
Call: Contact +91-7800600943 for queries
Documents Required:
- Updated resume
- Cover letter highlighting relevant WGS/WES pipeline experience
- Portfolio or links to previous bioinformatics projects (if available)
Note: Immediate joiners are preferred. Ensure your resume highlights specific experience with WGS/WES pipelines and AWS.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged due to the immediate start date.

Contact Us

Email: hr@indushealthplus.com
Phone: +91-7800600943
Website: www.indushealthplus.com
Office Address: Indus Health Plus Pvt. Ltd., Pride House, 5th Floor, Ganeshkhind Rd, Shivajinagar, Pune, Maharashtra 411016

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Additional Information

Company Background: Indus Health Plus specializes in preventive health checkups, genetic testing, and personalized wellness solutions. The company collaborates with over 200 hospitals and diagnostic centers, leveraging advanced technologies like NGS for health insights.
Project Context: The role involves optimizing a genotyping pipeline to handle WGS and WES data, critical for applications in precision medicine and genetic diagnostics. WES targets ~3% of the genome (protein-coding regions), containing ~85% of disease-related variants, while WGS covers the entire genome, requiring robust bioinformatics pipelines for variant calling and analysis.
Technical Context: The pipeline redesign will leverage tools like GATK and DeepVariant for variant calling, VEP/ANNOVAR for annotation, and AWS for scalable computing. Familiarity with Illumina platforms (e.g., NovaSeq) and DRAGEN for secondary analysis is a plus.
Location Context: Pune is a hub for biotech and IT, with excellent connectivity (6 km from Pune Airport). Remote candidates must ensure reliable internet and availability for virtual collaboration.
Employee Feedback: Reviews praise the company’s focus on innovation and employee training but note fast-paced project timelines. Candidates should confirm deliverables and support structures during discussions.

Join Indus Health Plus and contribute to transforming healthcare through advanced bioinformatics and genomic solutions. We look forward to welcoming a skilled bioinformatician to our team! 🌍