Comparative Genomics Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Job Category
Faculty Non Bargaining

Job Title
Comparative Genomics Bioinformatics Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Department
Research | El-Kassaby Lab | Department of Forest and Conservation Sciences | Faculty of Forestry (Yousry El-Kassaby)

Posting End Date
February 29, 2024

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the Posting End Date above.

Job End Date
Mar 15, 2025

Salary range is $60,000 - $65,000 Canadian depending on experience.

We invite applications for a full-time post-doctoral position in the areas of 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 position will require 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 be preferable as well.

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

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: 60-65,000 Canadian funds, depending on experience.

Candidates should prepare an application package with all required document as one combined PDF file.

Required documents:

 - 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