CNAG – The Institute

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

The CNAG Consortium aims to carry out large-scale 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 several EU-funded projects.

CNAG occupies approximately 1,400 square meters 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 Mk1) 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 and accredited ISO 17025 and serves to deliver standardized, high-quality data for research and clinics. CNAG has highly developed single-cell operation equipped with a 10x Chromium X, 10x Chromium Connect, MissionBio Tapetri for individual cell analyses and for tissue analysis a Nanostring CosMx, 10x Visium, Stereo-seq, and VUTARA VXL.

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

  The Role

The Structural Genomics Group headed by Marc A. Marti-Renom and hosted at the CNAG and the Genome Biology Program of the CRG is seeking a specialized technician to work in the field of structural genomics.

Currently, we are seeking a Bioinformatician to join our lab as part of the Center for Genome Imaging (CGI, https://www.cegs-cgi.org). CGI’s journey aims to image, analyze, and model the human genome at super-resolution. This center is shared with The Wu lab (Harvard Medical School), the Neretti Lab (Brown U.) and the Aiden Lab (Baylor). The successful candidate will be closely collaborating with the members of the CGI to implement computational approaches to model genomes in space and time. Additionally, she/he is expected to collaborate in projects involved in fundamental, applied and clinical research covering diverse areas of human health, disease and model organisms. Proficiency in coding in a Python environment is a must. Experience in structural biology and/or restraint-based modeling will be a plus.

We are looking for a highly motivated and creative thinking individual who is interested in working in an environment where the technical sophistication of structural genomics technologies meets innovative approaches for interpreting data and generating new knowledge. We require the ability for working in a multi-disciplinary context on collaborative projects.

Please, visit our web site at http://marciuslab.org to see our work and all publications from the group.

Whom would we like to hire?

•             Degree in biology, physics or related with a master’s degree in molecular or genetic biology.

•            More than 4 years of Python codding experience.

•            More than 4 years in expertise in developing methods for structural genomics.

•            Knowledge in NGS- or imaging-based genomics.

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

•            Strong commitment to high-quality work.

•            Excellent communication and writing skills.

Specific tasks

•            Develop and implement computational methods for genome structure determination.

•            Clear knowledge of next generation sequencing technologies.

•            Participation of collaborative projects.

The Offer

•            Contract duration: initially 6 months

•            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 insfraestructures, 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 be addressed to People Management - people@cnag.eu

Email subject: 2026-7 CNAG: Bioinformatician in Structural Mechanics

Deadline: Please submit your application by 04/Aug/2026

All applications must include:

• A complete CV including contact details.

• Contact details of two referees.

Selection Procedure

The pre-selection process will be based on qualifications and expertise reflected on the candidates CVs.

Shorlisted candidates will be called for an interview.

See all our job openings in the “Jobs” section of the CNAG website: https://www.cnag.eu/jobs