The Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics of Rosario University (Bogotá, Colombia) is seeking a full time faculty member in population and evolutionary genetics.

The successful applicant will be joining the group “Evolutionary Genetics, Phylogeography and Ecology of Neotropical Biodiversity”. The applicant must posses a Ph.D., postdoctoral and teaching experience both at the undergraduate and graduate level, and a good record of scientific productivity in international well-reputed journals. Applicants with expertise in the use of genomics tools to address evolutionary questions (population genomics) in tropical insects are especially encouraged to apply.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop an independently funded research program within the interests of the above mentioned research group. In addition, the candidate will teach undergraduate courses in genetics, evolutionary genetics and/or bioinformatics, along with graduate courses in his or her area of expertise. He/she will also advise undergraduate, masters and doctoral students in the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Mathematics.

The application should be written in English and include: 1) a detailed CV with a complete list of publications and teaching experience; 2) a one to two pages long research statement summarizing the candidate’s experience, interests and an outline of the research program that will be developed at El Rosario University; 3) a one-page teaching statement describing experience and teaching philosophy; 4) two letters of recommendation.

Net monthly salary will be competitive for both local and international standards and will be determined by the University point system, based on research and teaching experience. The position will be for one year with the option of becoming permanent depending on performance.

Interested candidates should send the application (preferably as a single PDF) tobiologia.urosario@gmail.com or by mail to María Alejandra Rodríguez, Administrative Director, Facultad de Ciencias Naturales y Matemáticas, Cr. 24 No. 63C-69, Bogotá (D.C.) 111221, Colombia, no later than August 16, 2013. For specific questions about this position please contactmariaa.rodriguez@urosario.edu.co.

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(1)Bioinformatics Specialist

Position Code: SC10125You will work in a dynamic multi-disciplinary team and collaborate with other bioinformaticians and biologists in implementing heterogeneous databases, web interfaces and analytical pipelines for high throughput data analysis and interpretation to address important biological questions. You will work in development of computational methods to analyze and compare Next Generation Sequencing data analysis protocols.Closing on 30 Sep 2013 Requirements

• A Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Bioinformatics/Statistics/Computer Science/Biology or any relevant scientific/engineering/mathematical discipline
• Background in scripting languages, Perl, Unix programming is essential
• Experience with higher level programming language C/C++/JAVA is a plus
• Excellent skills in Perl/Bioperl, shell and the unix programming
• Experience with building web interfaces
• Experience in designing and implementing databases with mySQL or Oracle.
• Good understanding of biology
• Working experience with biological data, data analysis (especially sequence data analysis), phylogenetic or data mining would be an advantage.
• Statistics knowledge is a plus
• Must be a good team player
• Entry level candidates will also be considered

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(2)Faculty Positions in Computational and Systems Biology

Position Code: SC10143We seek outstanding researchers with the potential to establish impactful, independent and creative research programs at the GIS. Candidates are expected to have significant experience in the analysis of genome-wide/cell-wide biological datasets and to have demonstrated exceptional originality and excellence in their work.Closing on 30 Sep 2013 RequirementsWe have immediate openings and expect to fill several positions in the next few years. We welcome applicants in all areas of Computational and Systems Biology. Areas of particular interest include: Regulatory Genomics and Epigenomics, Microbial Evolution and Metagenomics, Systems Biology and Cancer Genomics. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research interests and the names of three references by email (with job code "CSB-I" in the subject line) to: gisrecruit@gis.a-star.edu.sg.

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(3)Team Leader in Computational Genomics

Position Code: SC10142We seek outstanding collaborative computational scientists with strong communication skills and an interest in working closely with wet-lab scientists and clinicians in a multi-disciplinary biomedical research environment. Candidates are expected to have significant experience in the innovative analysis of genome-wide/cell-wide biological datasets and in the coordination of large collaborative projects in genomics. Closing on 30 Sep 2013 RequirementsWe have immediate openings and expect to fill several positions in the next few years. We welcome applicants in all areas of Computational and Systems Biology. Areas of particular interest include: Regulatory Genomics and Epigenomics, Microbial Evolution and Metagenomics, Systems Biology and Cancer Genomics. Applicants should submit a CV, a statement of research interests and the names of three references by email (with job code "CSB-II" in the subject line) to: gisrecruit@gis.a-star.edu.sg. 

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(4)Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Fellow: Genomic Analysis of Circulating Tumor Cells

Position Code: SC10155The Prabhakar group is looking for a well-trained, talented and creative Postdoctoral Fellow to lead the computational analysis of multidimensional next-gen sequencing data from circulating tumor cells and matched primary tumor samples. This is a large, well-funded oncogenomics project that has just gotten under way. The project will involve integrative bioinformatic analysis and development of new statistical and algorithmic approaches.Closing on 30 Sep 2013 RequirementsCandidates should have a PhD in a quantitative discipline, programming experience, a strong publication record and experience in one or more of the following areas: cancer genomics, genome-scale analysis, transcriptomics, next-gen sequence analysis and regulatory genomics. Experience in interdisciplinary collaborations is a plus. To apply, please email your CV and names of references to: prabhakars@gis.a-star.edu.sg URL: http://www.gis.a-star.edu.sg/internet/site/investigator/investigator.php?user_id=94 

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(5)Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Fellow: Human Epigenomic Variation in Development and Disease

Position Code: SC10156The Prabhakar group has an opening for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the area of statistical epigenomics and human population variation. The group has initiated multiple large-scale projects that use Next-Gen sequencing to understand the role of transcriptional regulation and epigenomics in mediating the effects of genetic variants on human development and disease. Specific areas of interest include stem cell development and neuronal disorders such as autism and major depression.The Fellow will be expected to lead the development of statistical techniques and algorithms for analyzing next-gen sequence data and polymorphism data in control and affected cohorts. The role will involve close collaboration with wet-lab members of the group to interpret data and design new experiments.Closing on 30 Sep 2013 RequirementsCandidates should have a PhD in a mathematical discipline, a solid conceptual understanding of probability and statistics, programming experience, a strong publication record and experience in one or more of the following areas: genome-scale analysis, epigenomics, next-gen sequence analysis and gene regulatory sequence analysis. A basic conceptual understanding of molecular biology as it relates to genomics is highly desired. To apply, please email your CV and names of references to: prabhakars@gis.a-star.edu.sg URL:http://www.gis.a-star.edu.sg/internet/site/investigator/investigator.php?user_id=94 

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(6)Research Officer/Bioinformatics Specialist (Human Genetics)

Position Code: SC10154The candidate will work in a human genetics group that is active in the genetic association studies of human diseases. The major duty of this position is to perform genetic association analysis (including genome wide association study/GWAS and provide statistical support for other genetic studies of diseases. Closing on 31 Aug 2013 Requirements

• A Master’s/Bachelor’s Degree in Bioinformatics, computer Science, statistics or any relevant scientific/engineering/mathematical discipline
• Good knowledge of Java/C++, Perl, Unix shell scripts
• Familiarity with software PLINK and IMPUTE
• Knowledge of statistics and genetics is a plus
• Working experience with biological data, data analysis (e.g. UCSC genome browser) is an advantage
• Must be a good team player and a fast learner

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Job Title: 

Research Fellows

Job Code: 

Research / EID1

Job Responsibilities: 

Research Fellow (1): The candidate will be working mainly with bench-based experiments & will also take responsibility in supervising postgraduate students.

Research Fellow (2): The candidate will need to conduct data analysis and bioinformatics & also take responsibility in supervising postgraduate students.

Job Requirements: 

The laboratory is looking for 2 independent, hardworking and efficient Research Fellows who can manage a number of projects in a fast moving area of exciting science: bat genomics and virus-bat interaction. The applicant should have a PhD in a scientific discipline with experience in any of the following: biochemistry, microbiology, virology, immunology, cell biology or genomics/bioinformatics. Experience in animal handling and animal infection studies will be an additional advantage.

Applications should email a CV and names and contact information of references to: Prof Wang Linfa, Email:linfa.wang@duke-nus.edu.sg

Salary and benefits will be commensurable to educational qualifications and working experience. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Expiry Date: 

Thursday, August 15, 2013 - 00:00

Email: 

linfa.wang@duke-nus.edu.sg

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The Genome Research Computing section of the Research Computing Centre was awarded two NeCTAR grants to develop a Genomics Virtual Laboratory (GVL) in collaboration with partners around Australia. The GVL will be developed and operated by the Genome Informatics Network (GIN) - the organisational umbrella within the newly formed Australian Bioinformatics Network endorsed by CSIRO, BPA and EMBL Australia. Members include the Universities of Queensland, Melbourne, Sydney, Western Australia and Monash University; CSIRO, and other universities and research institutes, representing thousands of researchers.

The position provides project management for the Genomics Virtual Laboratory. The position will lead a team of staff across the GVL to deliver the project outcomes including the contract management, reporting, schedule, and communications.

The person

The applicant should have well developed interpersonal skills (including written and verbal communication) and the ability to liaise with staff and external agencies at all levels. He/she will also need experience in the management of large projects with multiple stakeholders. The applicant should also be able to demonstrate the ability to maintain a current working knowledge of relevant emerging technologies, methodologies and best practices.

Remuneration

This is a part-time, fixed term appointment at HEW Level 8. The remuneration package will be in the range $82,451.51 - $92,581.91 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of up to 9% (total package will be in the range $89,872.15 - $100,914.28 p.a.).

Enquiries

To discuss this role please contact Sharon Cook on s.cook8@uq.edu.au.

To submit an application for this role, use the Apply button below. All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter, Resume and Selection Criteria responses.

For information on completing the application process click here.

Position description:

 Position description

Application closing date:

11 Aug 2013 11:55pm E. Australia Standard Time

Open to current University of Sydney employees and enrolled students only 

• NHMRC and CINSW funded project
• Multi-disciplinary, collaborative team
• Full-time fixed term for 12 months (August 31^st 2013 – September 1^st 2014) with further offers possible, remuneration package: $92K-$99K p.a. which includes base salary, leave loading and up to 17% super 

Sydney Medical School is dedicated to improving the health of people in Australia and elsewhere, through high quality education, research and the provision of health care. 

The school has a large student body - 1200 medical students, more than 1300 students in postgraduate courses and nearly 1000 students undertaking higher research degrees – and major undergraduate teaching programs in medical and health sciences

We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct research on the genomics of human melanoma (including gene, protein, microRNA and methylome analysis), as part of a multidisciplinary translational research team. The ultimate objective of the research will be to develop clinically and biologically relevant models from these data, and to apply them in the form of improved biologic markers of clinical outcome, including disease progression and prognosis, to deepen understanding of the drivers of melanoma behaviour, and to identify promising targets for therapeutic intervention. 

The position is established within a NHMRC and Cancer Institute NSW funded research program that links basic, translational and clinical researchers working on melanoma. The program’s chief investigators are in the University of Sydney, Sydney Medical School (Central Clinical School, Westmead Clinical School, Northern Clinical School at the Westmead Millennium Institute, Kolling Institute and Melanoma Institute Australia) and the Queensland Institute of Medical Research. Key collaborators in bioinformatics, biostatistics and systems biology are in the School of Mathematics, University of Sydney, and the Systems Biology Initiative of the University of NSW. 

In this role you will:

• design experiments in the light of the scientific literature and project strategy, analyse data, and monitor research progress and outcomes under broad direction
• draft and otherwise contribute to research publications and presentations
• communicate and discuss research findings to other team members
• manage data with respect to processing, storage, dispatch, tracking and quality control
• coordinate administrative and lab management activities.

To succeed in securing this role you will have:

• a Ph.D. (or equivalent) in cancer molecular cell biology, and relevant experience in genomics
• a track record of research in biology or genomics of melanoma (desirable)
• knowledge of human genome sequencing and previous experience in whole genome, exome capture, targeted sequencing and RNA sequencing data analysis
• previous experience in miRNA isolation, RT-PCR, and miRNA array work
• high level written communication skills including experience in writing scientific papers and abstracts and high level analytical skills
• experience in working within a multi-disciplinary research team
• high motivation and a demonstrated ability to work independently with a strong outcomes focus. 

To be considered for this position it is essential that you address the online selection criteria. For guidance on how to apply visit: How to apply for an advertised position. 

General enquiries can be directed to Julie Small 02 8627 1223.

CLOSING DATE: 11 August 2013 

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups and women are encouraged. The University of Sydney has also established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution. Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.

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