Sara El Jadid
Belfast,UK
Summary
Bioinformatician with 5+ years of experience in applied genomics and computational biology, supporting research and clinical sequencing projects in fast-paced, collaborative environments. Delivered analysis across 200+ sequencing datasets and supported 100+ projects, generating high-quality, actionable insights.
Experienced in bulk and single-cell RNA-seq, whole-genome sequencing, and multi-omics integration. Skilled in developing scalable, reproducible pipelines using Python, R, and Linux-based systems, with strong expertise in HPC and workflow automation.
Strong track record of collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external partners, providing technical support, training, and translating complex data into meaningful biological and operational insights.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Senior Bioinformatician
Patrick G. Johnston Centre for Cancer Research
Belfast
2023.05 - Current
- Delivered scalable NGS analysis pipelines (WGS, exome, RNA-seq, scRNA-seq) supporting 100+ research and clinical projects
- Automated workflows using Nextflow and Snakemake on HPC (Slurm), improving reproducibility, efficiency, and turnaround time
- Integrated genomic and phenotypic datasets to generate actionable insights for disease research and translational studies
- Acted as key bioinformatics lead in multi-institutional collaborations, providing technical guidance and strategic input
- Served as a point of contact for collaborators and partners, supporting project design, troubleshooting, and data interpretation
Bioinformatics Specialist
WWIEM
Belfast
2021.05 - 2023.05
- Developed workflows for large-scale RNA-seq and proteomics data analysis to investigate disease mechanisms
- Delivered bioinformatics support across multiple projects, ensuring high-quality and reproducible data analysis
- Supervised and mentored junior researchers in bioinformatics methods and data analysis best practices
- Delivered internal training sessions and workshops to improve bioinformatics capabilities across teams
- Managed bioinformatics infrastructure and data systems to support efficient multi-project delivery
Bioinformatics Data Analyst – Public Health
Pasteur Institute
Casablanca, Morocco
2020.04 - 2020.09
- Analysed clinical genomics datasets to support infectious disease monitoring and surveillance
- Developed dashboards and reports for national public health stakeholders
Bioinformatics Intern – Proteomics & MS
INRA
Paris, France
2015.05 - 2015.10
- Performed analysis of LC-MS proteomics data to support research and discovery
- Developed and validated workflows for protein identification and quantification
- Contributed to improving reproducibility and analytical accuracy of proteomics pipelines
Education
Doctor of Philosophy - Bioinformatics
Ibn Tofail University
Kenitra, Morocco /2016 - /2020
Master of Science - Bioinformatics
National School of Applied Sciences
Tangier, Morocco 2013.09 - 2015.10
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics & Computer Sciences
Faculty of Sciences & Technology
Mohammedia, Morocco 2010.09 - 2013.06
Skills
Programming & Tools:
R, Python, Bash, Git, Linux
Bioinformatics Expertise:
NGS, RNA-seq, scRNA-seq, WGS, metagenomics, proteomics
Workflows & Infrastructure:
Nextflow, Snakemake, Docker, HPC (Slurm), cloud environments
Professional Skills:
Project management, stakeholder engagement, technical training, cross-functional collaboration
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Native
French
Native
German
Beginner
Selected Projects & Impact
- Large-Scale Genomic Analysis: Delivered analysis of 200+ sequencing datasets (WGS, exome, RNA-seq; short- and long-read), supporting research and clinical applications
- RNA-seq & Single-Cell Analysis: Developed pipelines for bulk, single-cell, and spatial transcriptomics to study gene expression and cellular heterogeneity
- Metagenomics & Microbial Genomics: Performed pathogen and metagenomic analyses for species identification and comparative genomics
- Pipeline Development & Optimisation: Built scalable pipelines (Nextflow, Snakemake) supporting 100+ projects, improving reproducibility and efficiency
- Training & Client Support: Delivered training to 100+ researchers, providing technical support and enabling successful project delivery
Timeline
Senior Bioinformatician
Patrick G. Johnston Centre for Cancer Research
2023.05 - Current
Bioinformatics Specialist
WWIEM
2021.05 - 2023.05
Bioinformatics Data Analyst – Public Health
Pasteur Institute
2020.04 - 2020.09
Bioinformatics Intern – Proteomics & MS
INRA
2015.05 - 2015.10
Master of Science - Bioinformatics
National School of Applied Sciences
2013.09 - 2015.10
Bachelor of Science - Applied Mathematics & Computer Sciences
Faculty of Sciences & Technology
2010.09 - 2013.06
Doctor of Philosophy - Bioinformatics
Ibn Tofail University
/2016 - /2020