[afgn] Post doc position in RNA Bioinformatics/Computational Biology, Life Sciences, Dundee University, Scotland.

[Luise Brand]

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Betreff: 	Post doc position in RNA Bioinformatics/Computational Biology, Life Sciences, Dundee 
University, Scotland.
Datum: 	Thu, 18 Jun 2015 14:12:17 +0000
Von: 	Gordon Simpson (Staff) <G.G.Simpson at DUNDEE.AC.UK>
Antwort an: 	Gordon Simpson (Staff) <G.G.Simpson at DUNDEE.AC.UK>
An: 	ARABUK at JISCMAIL.AC.UK




*Post-Doctoral Scientist: Regulated Transcription Termination in Arabidopsis*

This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and skilled bioinformatician/computational 
biologist to join a BBSRC funded project answering fundamental questions on eukaryotic 
transcription. We encourage applications from scientists with strong computational or data analysis 
skills obtained in a different discipline (e.g. Physics/Chemistry) who are keen to transfer their 
talents to the challenges of biological research.

The project builds on the highly successful interdisciplinary collaboration between the 
bioinformatics research group of Prof. Geoff Barton and the molecular biology group of Prof. Gordon 
Simpson. It will exploit massively parallel “Next Generation Sequencing” (NGS) to dissect the 
mechanisms controlling transcription termination and how it can be regulated. The project will 
integrate existing, unique datasets with the sequencing of the nascent transcriptome. The results of 
the bioinformatics will influence the design and interpretation of future transcriptome studies.

*Essential experience:* at least 3 years relevant postdoctoral experience including 3-years minimum 
demonstrated research experience of programming/data analysis/development with demonstrated skills 
in at least one of – Perl, Python, Java, C/C++ in a Unix/Linux environment and knowledge of 
statistics. Good communication and interpersonal skills together with a high level intellectual 
curiosity and willingness to learn new biological concepts.

*Desirable experience:* familiarity with molecular biology/structural biology concepts and 
principles; SQL database design and development; Experience of standard bioinformatics tools, 
algorithms and techniques. A track-record of bioinformatics techniques commonly applied to 
high-throughput sequencing experiments (e.g. RNA-seq, de novo transcript assembly). A proven ability 
to work within an interdisciplinary team.

Appointment at Grade 8 (38,511 - £45,954). There may be an opportunity to appoint candidates who 
have less experience or who do not fully meet the criteria for the Grade 8 role to a Grade 7 
(£30,434-£37,394) role.

The Barton Bioinformatics Group provides an excellent environment for bioinformatics research that 
includes dedicated high-performance computing facilities and support staff. The group has deep 
expertise in NGS sequence analysis and is located in the recently opened £26m Discovery Centre which 
provides excellent purpose-built space for computational biology research in an interdisciplinary 
environment.

The College of Life Sciences (CLS) at Dundee was ranked the top UK biological sciences university 
department in the UK REF2014. As such, Dundee is a centre of excellence in life sciences research 
that combines quality of life with quality of science. CLS consistently tops The Scientist Magazine 
polls of best places to work. Its staff from more than 50 different nationalities creates a vibrant 
international working environment, with a particularly active Post-Doc Association.

Geoff Barton’s lab web site: http://www.compbio.dundee.ac.uk <http://www.compbio.dundee.ac.uk/>

Gordon Simpson’s lab web site: http://www.lifesci.dundee.ac.uk/people/gordon-simpson

The position is full-time for 3 years. Closing date for applications is 19th July 2015.

It is anticipated that interviews will take place at the end of July.

*How to apply:*

To apply on-line please click here 
<http://www.jobs.dundee.ac.uk/fe/tpl_uod01.asp?s=4A515F4E5A565B1A&jobid=93070,8756614865&key=101940665&c=02889874547912&pagestamp=segbotpmxynuhcqcnm>.





The University of Dundee is a registered Scottish Charity, No: SC015096

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