CNAG – The Institute

The Centro Nacional de Análisis Genómico (CNAG) is one of the largest Genome Sequencing Centers in Europe.

The CNAG carries out projects in DNA/RNA analysis for the improvement of quality of life in collaboration with the Spanish, European and International Research Community. CNAG researchers participate in major International Genome Initiatives such as the Human Cell Atlas (HCA), the International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC), the International Human Epigenome Consortium (IHEC), the International Rare Diseases Research Consortium (IRDiRC), the European Reference Genome Atlas (ERGA) and the European Infrastructure for life-science information (ELIXIR), as well as in many EU-funded projects.

CNAG occupies approximately 1,500 m2 of laboratory and office space and operates 4 Illumina instruments (3 NovaSeq6000 and 1 MiSeq) and 2 large Oxford Nanopore Technologies sequencers (1 PromethION 24 and 1 GridION) that produce more than 7 Tbases of sequencing data per day. The sequencing operation is supported by an extensive informatics infrastructure: 15 petabyte of data storage, 10.000 computing cores and an internal 56 Gb/s network. The operation is certified ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and accredited ISO 17025 and serves to deliver standardized, high-quality data for research and clinics. CNAG is involved in project ranging from cancer to rare diseases and immune-mediate diseases. For this a sophisticated pipeline for data production, data analysis and data management are in place. CNAG also has a highly developed single-cell operation equipped with a 10x Chromium X, 10x Chromium Connect, MissionBio Tapestri for individual cell analyses and for tissue analysis a Nanostring CosMx, 10x Genomics Visium, 10x Genomics Xenium and Stereo-seq. Another speciality of CNAG is the analysis of single molecules.

The CNAG has more than 100 professionals, structured in different units such Bioinformatics, Sequencing, Single-cell, Research and Corporate Management. 

The Role

We have an opening for a Bioinformatics Post-doctoral fellow in the Biomedical Genomics Group (https://www.cnag.eu/teams/genome-research-unit/biomedical-genomics-group) to work on the EU-funded project HEREDITARY (https://hereditary-project.eu). The successful candidate will develop and apply innovative methods to harmonize genomic and phenotypic data, making them discoverable through new search and visualization tools.

We are looking for a highly motivated and creative thinking individual who is interested in working in an environment where the high level of technical sophistication requires matching up with latest generation of algorithmic, statistical and computational methods. We require the ability for working in a multi-disciplinary context on collaborative projects.

Whom would we like to hire?

• PhD in bioinformatics or similar.

• Demonstrated research excellence through peer-reviewed publications. 

• Experience with Linux, programming (Python, Perl, R) and developing new software.

• Solid background in bioinformatics methods.

• Familiarity with genomic data formats and an eagerness to learn health data standards.

• Interest to apply NLP to genomic and clinical data.

• Good problem-solving skills, time management and strategic thinking.

• Strong commitment to high-quality work and sound administrative abilities.

• Excellent communication and writing skills.

The Offer

• Contract duration: initially 2 years with possibility of extension.

• Estimated annual gross salary: Salary is commensurate with qualifications and consistent with our pay scales.

• Target start date: as soon as possible.



We provide a highly stimulating environment with state-of-the-art infrastructures, and unique professional career development opportunities.

We offer and promote a diverse and inclusive environment and welcomes applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion or sexual orientation.

We are committed to reconcile a work and family life for our employees and are offering the opportunity to benefit from annual leave and flexible working hours.

Application Procedure

All applications must include:

• A complete CV including contact details.

• Contact details of two referees.

All applications must be addressed to Dr. Ivo Gut – ivo.gut@cnag.eu / mireya.fernandez@cnag.eu

Deadline: Please submit your application by 15/09/2024

Interview: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interview from 16/09/2024

Please, see all of our job opportunities in the Career site of CNAG website: https://www.cnag.eu/jobs