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UBC Faculty of Forestry > Career Opportunities > Comparative Genomics Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Deadline: October 14, 2023)

Comparative Genomics Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Research Fellow (Deadline: October 14, 2023)

September 11, 2023 | Author: UBC Forestry

Position Description

We invite applications for a full-time post-doctoral position in genomic variant identification and comparative genomics. The research position will lead a computational effort to characterize the importance of large structural variants for plant genomes. Responsibilities include developing genomes/genomic data analysis, linking associated variants with functional knowledge, annotations and other key genomic features, and development of manuscripts; supervising duty might be assigned.

The location of this position is at the University of British Columbia on the Vancouver campus, with some travel to Oklahoma State University, USA. The length of the position is one year. The start date is flexible.  Salary: 60,000 – 65,000 Canadian funds, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

The position will require a strong bioinformatics and computing background and skills in integrating and handling multi-dimensional biological datasets. Candidates with skillsets and experience in managing large genomes and statistical genetics will also be preferable.

The successful candidate will have:

  • A PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Genetics, or related fields
  • Experience with handling large data, scripting and bioinformatics skills are required

How to Apply for this Comparative Genomics Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Research Fellow Position

Candidates should prepare an application package with all required documents as one combined PDF file by October 14, 2023, and submit it via the UBC Careers website. The following documents are required:

  • A cover letter addressing research interest, experience and skills that fulfill the requirements
  • A full C.V.
  • Most recent or most significant publications
  • Contact information for 3 potential referees
Apply on the UBC Careers website

Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Posted in: Career Opportunities
Tagged with: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis, Genomics, Graduate, Large Data, PhD, Plant Identification

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