- Development of computational methods to investigate the interplay between epigenetic and genetic layers and their role in tumor progression, by integrating genomic, epigenomic and transcriptional data. PI: Mattia Pelizzola (http://tiny.cc/comEpi)
- Epigenome and transcriptome analysis in mouse models of Hepatocellular Carcinoma. PI: Bruno Amati - Small and long non-coding RNAs in cancer stem cells. PI: Francesco Nicassio

All projects will benefit from the availability of both in-house and publicly available next-generation sequencing datasets. Familiarity with Linux environment, programming skills (especially in R) and a background in either computational biology, or physics/engineering/math will be advantageous.

Deadline for the application January 6th, to apply: http://genomics.iit.it/resources.html

Start date: March 1st, 2014

Duration: 1+2 years

Contact Person (Referent): Mattia Pelizzola

Ref. E-Mail: mattia.pelizzola@iit.it

Tel: 0039-02-94375058
Group Web Page: http://genomics.iit.it

"Computational Methods for the Analysis of the Diversity and Dynamics of Genomes"

has currently open positions for graduate students, to study at Simon Fraser University (Vancouver, Canada) and
Bielefeld University (Germany), starting in the fall 2014.

This international graduate program is a close cooperation of:

Bielefeld University, Germany: Graduate progam "DiDy"
Simon Fraser University (SFU), Vancouver, Canada: Graduate program "MADD-Gen"

The available positions include six PhD positions at Bielefeld University, as well as PhD and MSc positions at SFU.

Application deadline: December 31st, 2013
Webpage: http://wiki.techfak.uni-bielefeld.de/didy/Announcement

The course topics will include theoretical and practical aspects in:
- Genomes comparisons,
- Evolutionary analyses (orthologs, paralogs and ancestral genomes
inference),
- RNAseq and Next Generation Sequencing (including algorithms, methods
and sequence mapping tools, data analyses and applications).

The course programme will be centred on theoretical presentations
followed by practical sessions. Practical sessions in a Linux
environment will involve Unix shell and Perl scripting. Participants
are assumed to be familiar with this environment.

A series of lectures delivered by prominent scientists on recent hot
topics in genome (Viruses, Prokaryotes, Eukaryotes) studies will be
included in the programme and future research perspectives will be
highlighted.

The topics that will be included in the course programme are similar
to those included in previously organized courses:http://www.pasteur.fr/~tekaia/BGA_courses.html

The course is aimed at motivated Ph.D students and Post-Doctoral
Researchers in Academic Institutions, with background in Mathematics,
Statistics, Biology or Computer Science and who are involved in
Bioinformatics and Genomes studies.

Selection of participants will be based on their background, running
research projects and on expressed motivations.
Selected students will have free accommodation and meals and are
expected to contribute with 200 euros and to pay for their travel
expenses.
All participants (students and invited speakers) will stay in the same
hotel.

Detailed indications are available on the course web site: http://events.embo.org/14-comparative-genomics/index.html

Candidates are advised to complete carefully the application form,
together with an abstract of at least one of their running projects, a
"one-page CV" and a personal Identity Picture (Photo).

The application deadline is March 14, 2014.

The organizers:
Menelaos Manoussakis, Hellenic Pasteur Institute, Athens, Greece.
Evdokia Karagouni, Hellenic Pasteur Institute, Athens - Greece.
Evie Melanitou, Institut Pasteur Paris - France.
Fredj Tekaia ( Institut Pasteur Paris France)
URL: http://www.pasteur.fr/~tekaia/BGA_courses.html

Date: 5 – 17 May, 2014.
More at http://events.embo.org/14-comparative-genomics/index.html
will take place in the ,

Apply to Genotypic Technology if you are a PhD in Life Sciences/ Molecular Biology/ Biotechnology/ Human Genetics/ Bioinformatics with minimum 4-5 years post doctoral experience as well as publications in peer reviewed journals.

Source: http://www.genotypic.co.in/Careers/2/Current-Openings.aspx

Reference

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/12/131204132018.htm

All applications sent before 2nd of February 2015.

http://www.mind-project.eu/career

The closing date for application will be 26 June 2015.

The 2014 CeMM PhD Program will focus on two thematic areas: INFECTION and CANCER, that are built on the pillars of epigenetics, bioinformatics and systems biology, chemical biology and the mechanism of action of drugs, high-throughput genetics, genomics and proteomics, and molecular and cell biology.

The choice of this strategic focus rests on the synergies between immunology, infection and cancer in pathophysiological and technological terms. It furthermore reflects the strength of the current CeMM faculty, itself built around the historical and contemporary expertise in immunology and cancer of the Medical University of Vienna.

As a CeMM PhD student you will get the chance to work at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary molecular medicine research and be trained by the entire CeMM and associated faculty to become one of the scientists shaping the future of molecular medicine.
Requirements

To be eligible to enroll in the CeMM PhD Program all candidates are required to have a bachelor’s or master’s degree in medicine, biology, chemistry, bioinformatics, mathematics or any scientific/technical, subject-relevant degree. Candidates do not need to have completed their degree at the time of application, however they must have obtained their final degree certificate by mid-September. The working language at CeMM is English, so excellent written and oral communication skills in English are required.
Timeline

Applications open on 20th January and close on 20th March 2014.
Two references are required to be submitted through the online system by 31st March 2014.
All complete candidate applications are reviewed by the CeMM Faculty in early April.
Selected candidates are invited to a Skype panel interview in late April.
Shortlisted candidates are then invited to Vienna in May for a full interview process, including an opportunity to introduce yourself through a presentation and interview rounds, meet research group members, and attend an informal dinner to get to know the Faculty members and learn more about their research.
Positions are offered by CeMM Faculty in June.
Start of PhD Program: 1st October 2014 .

Contact

Binia Maria Günther, BEd BA
Human Resources Manager
bguenther@cemm.oeaw.ac.at

Catherine Lloyd, Ph.D.
PhD and Postdoc Program Manager
clloyd@cemm.oeaw.ac.at

More Info: www.cemm.oeaw.ac.at/phd-program/application/

Usually when you apply anywhere you need to fulfill some specific kind of requirements which usually include writing a formal application, letter of motivation, research proposal etc. Usually it is hard for grad students to write a crisp, clean and clear letter of motivation. To be honest, you may find several posts on the internet which do tell you how to write professionally. They are good enough to clearly tell you what points should be included, what not and many other things to learn about professional writing. Still, when I look back at my graduation days, I know even after reading many instructions I was not able to write ‘to-the-point’. According to me , writing skill is not something that you can part in binary like- ‘I write perfectly’ or ‘I can not write even a word’. It is something that you learn and get better with the the time. So, I am not going to pin-point the suggestions because you can get it many where but some ‘to-the-point’ things which you may use directly in your letter.

Ideas and main points

Start with writing down some of the main ideas, important points you would like to approach in your letter and later build around them, enrich their content; an example would be :

1. Make your goal clear; provide a short preview of the rest of the letter;
2. Why do you think that the university and the Master's program are interesting and suitable for you? ;
3. Focus on some of your strongest qualifications, past experiences (international experiences are always relevant) and qualities; organise the middle paragraphs in terms of the qualifications most relevant to the programme, you can also refer to your CV for more details;
4. Conclude by restating your interest and show appreciation for the chance to prove yourself in the letter (in some cases you can ask for a personal interview)

How to start-
Your very first line should not be just a line but an impression and reference. None would want to read you unless he knows what it is about. Just like this post. If I would not have written that it is about writing a motivation-letter, you probably would not get annoyed. So start by writing what your letter is about. It could seem like this-

Letter Of Application

Your Address And Contact Details

Receiver’s Address

Dear XYZ

I would like to apply for the…..

or

I am writing here to apply for the…

or

This is regarding your advert. published….

Then Tell Background like-
As my resume reveals, I have Bachelor`s degree from XYZ University and currently, I am…..

Be sure to signify your institution/University like-
I am privileged to obtain my postgraduate education in Bioinformatics at XXX which is known for its enriching academic ambiance where learning and research complement each other.

Then tell about your professional experience like-
Being taught by eminent faculty, I have developed a big interest and passion towards Bioinformatics and managed to have a strong foundation in ……

After that tell how this position would help you, like-
The opportunity to participate in this study would foster….

Assure them that you will make use of whatever you learn there, like-
I plan to ensure the further dissemination of the knowledge and experience gained by this opportunity in…

Close the letter with usual formality, like-
I, hereby enclose a copy of my CV/Resume (whatever it is, there is a difference we all know it) with the hope of consideration. Looking forward to hearing from you.

All the things written above is just my view. You still should see and learn which can be done by one thing and that is -reading about it. Then , please try to write yourself, do not copy /paste. Whatever is written in the post is just to have an idea about the things that should be included in the letter of motivation. You need to write accordingly with a wise choice of words.
Hope this was helpful. You may comment or ask anything if you want to.

No. CSE/14/1038

Walk in Interview for the post of JRF under TEQIP-II

SN Department – Qualification Post Graduation – Time

1 Bio-Informatics & Mathematics M.Tech Bio-informatics/M.Sc.* Maths 10.00 AM

2 Biological Sciences M.Sc.* in any branch of Biological Sciences 10.30 AM

3 Chemical Engineering M.Tech Chemical Engineering 11.00 AM

4 Chemistry M.Sc.* Chemistry 11.30 AM

5 Civil Engineering M.Tech Structure/GeoTech. /Water -Resources/Hydraulics/Environment/Transport 12.00 Noon

6 GIS M.Tech GIS/Civil 12.30 PM

7 Computer Science & Engineering M.Tech CSE/Information Security 01.00 PM

8 Electrical Engineering M.Tech Electrical Derives 01.30 PM

9 Electronics & Communication M.Tech Digital Communication 02.00 PM

10 MSME M.Tech Material Science/ Mechanical/Metallurgy 02.30 PM

11 Physics M.Sc.* Physics 03.00 PM

* M.Sc. with NET/GATE qualified

Resume along with one passport size photograph and relevant documents are required at the time of interview

Amount of Fellowship: Rs 18000/-month+ HRA

Duration: 31st Dec 2014 (End of TEQIP-II project)

Date of Interview: 7th February 2014

Venue Institute Committee Room

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