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Postdoc position in computational biology/single-cell sequencing @ UCSF -- San Francisco, CA (US)

Sat, 23 Dec 2017 15:19:15 -0600

BACKGROUND
A Postdoc position is available in the Diaz laboratory, at the University of California, San Francisco (diazlab.ucsf.edu). Our lab applies single-cell profiling, genomics and other assays to clinical samples, to address problems in neuro-oncology and neuro-development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The postdoc will develop statistical and computational tools, analyze, interpret and integrate single-cell and bulk 'omics data.
REQUIREMENTS
We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one of: bioinformatics, machine learning, applied statistics and/or network analytics. The position requires a PhD in a quantitative discipline, and programming skills. Previous experience in biology, bioinformatics and next-generation sequencing data analysis is preferred. But, applications from highly motivated candidates, with a strong background in some other area and the ability to learn quickly, are also quite welcome.
LOCALE
San Francisco, CA
HOW TO APPLY
Interested candidates should send an email to aaron.diaz[at]ucsf.edu, with the following:
CV
Cover letter, detailing programming experience, knowledge of mathematics and statistics, and bioinformatics or other data analysis experience. Please indicate your preferred start date.
Names and contacts of three references

Bioinformatics Postdoc at IISER

Sat, 23 Dec 2017 00:31:25 -0600

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research Thiruvananthapuram is a premier autonomous Institution established by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India, for promotion of high quality science education and research in the country.

The Institute invites applications for the following project positions on contract basis:
Name of Post Postdoctoral Fellow/Research Associate
Name of Project Quantum Chemistry, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Genomics/Genetics, Computational Science
Funding agency CCMS, IISER-TVM
Minimum Educational qualification (as prescribed by the funding agency) PhD
Preference As mentioned in the advertisement
Number of posts 4
Fellowship amount Rs. 5,18,000 - Rs. 5,76,000 per annum (including HRA)
Tenure of the post One year
Age 35 yrs or below. A relaxation of 5 yrs will be applicable to candidates belonging to SC/ST/OBC and women candidates.
Last date 15 January 2018
How to apply By email to ccms@iisertvm.ac.in

More Info:

www.iisertvm.ac.in/assets/uploads/downloads_buffer/
2017_12_20_16_39_16/opening_postdoctoralfellow_2017_12_20.pdf

Postdoctoral scholarship in Bioinformatics at KTH

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 03:55:53 -0600

The School of Biotechnology offers a curriculum that reflects the multidisciplinary nature of Biotechnology, integrating theoretical and applied science in undergraduate and graduate courses. The school has six departments with about 300 employees, located at AlbaNova University Center in Stockholm and Science for Life Laboratory in Solna. The Biotechnology research within the school is internationally well recognized.

We are now seeking a postdoc scholarship holder with strong background in transcriptomics to use this large collection of data for integrative studies. Focus will be on advanced bioinformatics and statistical analysis of data from high-throughput sequencing including integration with the other platforms.

The scholarship holder must have a PhD with an outstanding research and publication record and will be selected based on her/his excellence and her/his skills. A PhD should have been awarded less than five years before the deadline of the application. The scholarship holder must have a strong background in bioinformatics, computer science, computational biology or equivalent with a profound knowledge about biology and biostatistics.

Your complete application must be received at KTH no later than 2018-01-15.

https://www.kth.se/en/om/work-at-kth/stipendier/postdoctoral-scholarship-in-bioinformatics-with-focus-on-transcriptomics-and-data-integration-1.779571

Sr.Bioinformatics Analyst (NGS) at Ocimum

Fri, 17 Nov 2017 07:50:44 -0600

JOB FUNCTIONBio Tech/R&D/Scientist
INDUSTRYBiotechnology/Pharmaceutical/Medicine
SPECIALIZATIONBasic Research,Bio-Statistician,Clinical Research
QUALIFICATION
Any Post Graduate
BA (Arts), B.Com. (Commerce), BE/ B.Tech (Engineering), B.Pharm. (Pharmacy), B.Sc. (Science), BL/LLB, BDS (Dental Surgery), B.Ed. (Education), BHM (Hotel Management), BBA/ BBM/ BBS, B.Arch. (Architecture), BCA (Computer Application), Diploma-Other Diploma, B.Plan. (Planning), BGL, B.V.Sc. (Veterinary Science), Other School/ Graduation, BHMS (Homeopathy), BAMS (Ayurveda)
Job Description

1. Must have basic understanding of molecular biology and Genomics.
2. Experience in application development or must have expertise in programming using either of Perl/Python.
3. Experience in statistical programming using R/Bioconductor/Matlab.
4. Strong concept in statistical and mathematical modelling.
5. Experience in designing and developing the bioinformatics pipeline.
6. Must have minimum 2+ years of hands on experience in NSG data analysis such as RNA-Seq,Exome-Seq ,Chip-Seq and downstream analysis.
7. Knowledge in WGS ,WES, Targeted re-sequencing,GWAS and population genomics will be preferred.
8. Must have experience working on opensource software/Framework and commercial software for NGS data analysis and reporting.
9. Should be aware of handling big data and guiding team members on multiple projects simultaneously.
10. Should have experience coordinating with different groups of clinical research scientist for various project requirements.
11. Ability to work as team as well as independently with minimal support.

More at http://www3.ocimumbio.com/

Bioinformatics opening at JNU

Fri, 04 Aug 2017 10:56:15 -0500

Applications are invited for the following 01 (one) post in Indo-US Science and Technology Forum sponsored project entitled "Indo-US Advanced Bioenergy Consortium: Second Generation Biofuels"

Post 1: Senior Research Fellow (Computational Biologist / Metabolic engineering)

Salary: Rs. 25, 000+30% HRA p.m.

Duration: The position is purely temporary for the duration of two years or coterminous with project

Age limit: The upper age limit for SRF shall be 32 years, which is relaxed upto 5 years in the case of candidates belonging to SC/ ST, Women, PH and OBC applicants.

Essential Qualifications: Masters/B Tech/M tech in Basic Sciences with at least 2yrs of research experience in Bioinformatics/Computational Biology related to Database /portal building & maintenance, high throughput data handling and analysis. Selection preference will be given to candidates with a good knowledge of Python and/or R. Knowledge of JAVA will also get a special consideration.

Desired Skills: Atleast, one publication in the related area in a peer-reviewed journal. Will be expected to manage ongoing research activities in the project, interact with experimental group, manage the project data analysis, prepare file reports and associated project work etc. Familiarity with plant systems biology and genomics /metabolite resources related to plant metabolomics is desirable.

1. The post applied for must be clearly written on the envelope containing the application

2. Applications received after last date shall not be entertained. School will not be responsible for any postal delay.

3. No application will be accepted via hand delivery or via e-mail. Please send printed & signed applications with detailed CV on or before 10st August, 2017 by post to the following address:

Prof. Ashwani Pareek
(Project Investigator)
Stress Physiology and Molecular Biology Laboratory (Room No-413),
School of Life Sciences,
Jawaharlal Nehru University,
New Delhi, India – 110067
Email: ashwanipareek@gmail.com