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LASTZ

Abhi — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 04:41:55 -0500

LASTZ is a program for aligning DNA sequences, a pairwise aligner. Originally designed to handle sequences the size of human chromosomes and from different species, it is also useful for sequences produced by NGS sequencing technologies such as Roche 454.

More at http://www.bx.psu.edu/~rsharris/lastz/

Thesis: http://www.bx.psu.edu/~rsharris/rsharris_phd_thesis_2007.pdf

Address of the bookmark: http://www.bx.psu.edu/~rsharris/lastz/

Narcis Fernandez-Fuentes Lab

Mon, 25 May 2015 07:30:00 -0500

Welcome to our web-site compiling all the research-related activities of the group. Our research interests relate to a number of areas within Bioinformatics. We have a long-standing interest in protein structure prediction and structure-to-function relationships. We work in the study of biomolecular interactions, modeling of protein complexes, the study and characterization of protein-protein interactions, peptide design, modeling of genetic variation, structure-based protein design and different aspects of Plant Bioinformatics. Take a look at the our databases and servers and the list of publications for more information.

More at http://www.bioinsilico.org/

SRF post in NEHU, Shillong

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 13:15:38 -0500

Dept of Biochemistry
North-Eastern Hill University
(A University with Potential for Excellence)
Umshing, Shillong- 793 022

Applications are invited for the post of Senior Research Fellow- SRF (1) and Junior Research Fellow- JRF (1) to be appointed in a SERB-funded major research project entitled “Biochemical and functional properties of Synechocystis Glutathione S-transferase(s)” sanctioned to Dr. Timir Tripathi, Molecular and Structural Biophysics Laboratory, Department of Biochemistry, NEHU, Shillong.

Essential Qualifications: For both positions M.Sc. or equivalent with a good academic record is a prerequisite.

For Project-SRF, experience in bioinformatics/computational biology is required, which should be evident by atleast one good publication.

For JRF position, freshers can also apply.

Stipend: As per SERB norms.

Interested students can email their detailed bio-data including mobile number and recent photograph to msb.biochem@gmail.com, latest by 20.06.15. The hard copy is not required. The date of interview will be informed after primary scrutiny of the applications. No TA/DA will be paid if called for interview. For details of the research work of the PI’s group kindly visit www.ttripathi.webs.com

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Research Associate Bioinformatician @ University of Bristol

Wed, 26 Aug 2015 05:46:29 -0500

This 0.5 fte role will have specific responsibility for the bioinformatic side of a Health Innovation Challenged Fund (HICF) research project investigating the application of Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) technologies to the analysis of Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) in childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL). The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing an analysis pipeline primarily to fit with the clinical need, but with the capacity to answer innovative research questions.

For informal enquiries please contact Anne Walsh via email: anne.walsh@bristol.ac.uk.

Apply at http://www.bris.ac.uk/jobs/find/details.html?nPostingID=3639&nPostingTargetID=13346&option=28&sort=DESC&respnr=1&ID=Q50FK026203F3VBQBV7V77V83&JobNum=ACAD101624&Resultsperpage=10&lg=UK&mask=uobext

Bioinformatics Project Assistant at Vector Control Research Centre (VCRC), Puducherry.

Sun, 19 Jul 2015 19:22:07 -0500

Applications are invited upto 27.07.2015 for filling up of one post of Project Assistant (UNRESERVED) to work under ICMR funded Non-Institutional adhoc project entitled “Biomedical Informatics centre’s of ICMR” at Vector Control Research Centre (VCRC), Puducherry.

Desirable qualification: M.Sc (Life Sciences) with Bioinformatics knowledge and hands on molecular biology tools.

Age: Not exceeding 30 years on the last date of receipt of application

Job work: Molecular modelling studies, Database curation, Metagenomic studies on Dengue virus

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Postdoctoral Fellowship in Bioinformatics at pesolelab

Thu, 01 Oct 2015 07:20:48 -0500

Job Description: Bioinformatics postdoc positions are available in the area of genomics with main focus on exome and RNAseq technologies by ultra high-throughput sequencing platforms. Successful applicants should have the following qualities:

1) demonstrated experience in Bioinformatics research,
2) programing experience (python and/or R, C and C++ are very welcome),
3) knowledge of Linux/Unix environment,
4) experience in handling deep-seq data,
5) highly motivated and hard working, and
6) interested to work with a multi-disciplinary team combining bioinformatics, genomics, computational biology approaches with experimental biology.

Our research interest covers different areas of bioinformatics and genomics in order to achieve a deeper understanding of gene and genome structure and function (please look at our PubMed publications for more details about our research http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/?term=pesole+g).

Interested applicants should email the curriculum vitae to Prof. Graziano Pesole at graziano.pesole@uniba.it or Dr. Ernesto Picardi at Ernesto.picardi@uniba.it.

Start date: immediate

Duration: up to 24 months
Contact Person (Referent): Ernesto Picardi
Ref. E-Mail: ernesto.picardi@uniba.it
Tel: +390805443308
Fax: +390805443317

Group Web Page: http://www.pesolelab.it/

Project Assistant II Jobs opportunity in National Chemical Laboratory (NCL) on temporary basis

Fri, 06 Nov 2015 01:36:16 -0600

No. Bio/NCIM/3

Project Assistant II Jobs opportunity in National Chemical Laboratory (NCL) on temporary basis

Project Code No. : GAP312626

Title of the Project : Microbial ecology and distribution of geochemical cycling genes in an hot spring ecosystem

No. of Post : 01

Qualifications : M.Sc./B.Tech/M.Tech in Computational biology/ Bioinformatics from recognized university with minimum 60 % marks (aggregate)

Desirable : Good knowledge of computational skills, Linux (command line and GUI) and Unix; Perl / Python / R /C-programming. Practical knowledge of analysis of Next generation sequence datasets (amplicon sequencing, whole metagenome, and complete genome sequencing) with reference to microbes. Analysis and statistical validation of NGS data generated from different chemistry platforms. Some wet-lab experience in microbial system would be an added advantage as project involves some travel.

Emoluments : Rs. 16,000/-

Age Limit : 28 years
How to apply

The application with the above information duly signed together with photo-copies of relevant certificates/testimonials should be addressed to : The Head, NCIM Resource Centre (Attn Dr. M.S. DHARNE), National Chemical Laboratory, Pune 411 008, so as to reach on or before 16th November 2015.

More at http://www.ncl-india.org/files/JoinUs/JobVacancies/TemporaryJobs.aspx?menuid=ql6&childmenustripid=divSubQL6

Project Fellow Positions at CSIR-IHBT Palampur

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 05:45:58 -0600

Walk-in-Interview is scheduled to be held on the date as mentioned below for selection of Suitable candidates in the following areas under the different Sponsored/CSIR Networked Projects on purely temporary basis for the duration of the project(s) or till completion of projects whichever is earlier:

Sponsored/CSIR Networked Project:
(i) Genomics and Informatics Solutions for Integrating Biology (GENESIS)" [BSC-0121] (up to March, 2017).
(ii) Profiling and characterization of early phase differential mi-RNA (s) responsible for downstream developmen of insulin resistance in hMSC derived adipocytes. (GAP-0188) [up to 31.03.2018].

Position: Project Fellow (2 position)
Age : 28 years as on 18.12.15
Salary : Rs.12,000/- P.M.
Rs.14,000/- P.M.
as per the funds provisions in the respective projects.
Eligibility Criteria : 1st Class B. Tech. in Bioinformatics/ Computational Biology
OR
M.Sc. in Bioinformatics/ Computational Biology with 55% marks
OR
M.Tech. in Bioinformatics/ Computational Biology with 55% marks
OR
M.Sc. in any field of Life Science with Diploma in Bioinformatics

Selection Procedure : Walk In Interview

Date : 18 Dec , 2015
Time : 10:00 A.M.
Venue : CSIR-IHBT Palampur (H.P.)

JRF Bioinformatics at CUK

Thu, 03 Dec 2015 23:40:38 -0600

JRF Bioinformatics

Eligibility : MSc(Bio-Informatics), BE/B.Tech

Location : Kasaragod

Last Date : 20 Dec 2015

Hiring Process : Face to Face Interview
Central University of Kerala

JRF job opportunity in Central University of Kerala (CUK) on temporary basis

Project Title : "Targeting TAL effector mediated susceptibility for durable and broad-spectrum resistance to bacterial blight in Rice"

No. of Post : 01

Qualification : MSc in any subject under Life Science or Bioinformatics/ B.Tech in Bioinformatics + 1 yr experience

Stipend : Rs. 14,000/-
How to apply

Interested candidates are requested to send their applications explaining their interest in the position with an updated CV to Dr. Ginny Antony, Assistant Professor, Department of Plant Science, School of Biological Sciences, Central University of Kerala, Padannakkad, Kasaragod, Kerala - 671 314 email: ginnycuk2013@gmail.com on or before 20th December, 2015.

Hoffman Lab

Tue, 12 Jan 2016 02:47:41 -0600

They develop machine learning techniques to better understand chromatin biology. These models and algorithms transform high-dimensional functional genomics data into interpretable patterns and lead to new biological insight.

https://www.pmgenomics.ca/hoffmanlab/