Postdoc in Computational Biology
Syddansk Universitet
- Odense, Syddanmark
- Permanent
- Fuldtid
- Employ new computational strategies to identify human genetic variation linked to cell-fate changes in cancer and neurodevelopmental disorders
- Analyze bulk, single-cell and multi-omics datasets
- Lead projects on gene regulatory mechanisms that contribute to the development and disease
- Support research and development activities within the group
- Maintain accurate and detailed records of research activities
- Support the group leader in everyday routines including training new group members
- Support the group leader in grant applications and management
- Collaborate with internal and external partners
- Engage in teaching as required
- PhD in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, Bio-engineering, or equivalent
- Excellent track record in Bioinformatics with at least one first-author publication, accepted or submitted
- Experience with machine learning is a plus (e.g., Tensorflow/Keras/PyTorch).
- Experience with software containers and/or NextFlow is a plus.
- Programming experience is required (Python, R).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and record-keeping skills
- Interest in working in a multidisciplinary and multicultural team
- Willing to collaborate with internal and external collaborators as well as support group members
- Experience and interest in teaching
- The possibility to engage in high-impact, multidisciplinary research
- A stimulating, diverse and international research environment
- An initial contract for six months, with the possibility of long-term extension
- Advanced training opportunities
- Highly motivated research team and international collaborations
- Access to state-of-the-art equipment and facilities
- A supportive scientific and social network, including mentoring and career development
- A competitive salary and social benefits (e.g. health coverage, parental leave, social security etc.)
- Support with practical, social, and legal aspects (e.g. housing, visa, tax etc.) through our international staff office (ISO) and the department
- A cover letter stating your specific interest, motivation, and qualifications for the project in question (max. two pages).
- A CV
- Copies of certificates/diplomas including evidence of acquisition of a PhD degree or equivalent
- A complete and numbered list of publications
- The 3 scientific, peer-reviewed publications that the applicant wishes to be included in the assessment of his or her scientific qualifications. (Please note that one PDF file must be attached for each publication).
- A Research plan
- Contact details of two referees.