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Institute of Molecular Biology

Research Assistant (Bioinformatics)

R&D Scientist, Research Assistant and Others

Research Focus:
Our laboratory focuses on neurodegenerative diseases, spinal muscular aging, and RNA biology. We investigate molecular mechanisms and regulatory networks underlying disease and aging processes by integrating multi-omics approaches. The lab maintains stable production of high-quality datasets to support long-term, biologically driven research programs.

Position Overview:
This is a research-oriented bioinformatics position responsible for extracting biologically meaningful insights from multi-omics datasets. The majority of the work involves customized analysis and biological interpretation, complemented by routine pipeline execution and workflow evaluation or optimization.
In recent years, our research program has increasingly emphasized single-cell multi-omics, spatial transcriptomics, and long-read sequencing to characterize cellular and molecular changes associated with aging and neurodegeneration.
Initial projects will be conducted in close collaboration with a senior bioinformatician, with the expectation of transitioning toward independent leadership of customized analyses within the first year.
This is a research-oriented bioinformatics position responsible for extracting biologically meaningful insights from multi-omics datasets. The majority of the work involves customized analysis and biological interpretation, complemented by routine pipeline execution and workflow evaluation or optimization.

Laboratory Strengths:
The laboratory provides stable access to high-quality multi-omics datasets and is led by a bioinformatician with over ten years of experience. Authorship is assigned based on actual contribution, and the lab maintains consistent publication output. Funding support is secured for at least five years, and the group sustains long-term domestic and international collaborations, offering a stable and growth-oriented research environment.

• Degree in a biology-related field
• Experience in omics data analysis (junior candidates welcome)
• Proficiency in R and/or Python with independent scripting ability
• Familiarity with version control and collaborative workflows (e.g., Git)
• Experience in single-cell or spatial omics analysis is a plus
• Experience in workflow optimization or tool testing is a plus
• Strong interest in research-driven analysis and professional growth

Based on AS rule

The Institute of Molecular Biology

While base salaries follow Academia Sinica’s standard pay scales, exceptional candidates with proven expertise may be eligible for flexible salary adjustments or professional allowances. These adjustments will be evaluated based on the candidate's specialized technical proficiency and professional experience, in accordance with institutional administrative regulations (starting from NTD 44,968 for candidates with a master‘s degree and NTD 38,388 for those with a bachelor‘s degree).)

Dr. Ji-Dung Luo

The Institute of Molecular Biology

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Contact information
Ji-Dung Luo PhD
Email: adamjdluo@as.edu.tw
GitHub: https://github.com/adamjdluo

2026-02-26

2026-09-01