Academic staff member (Bioinformatician, Postdoctoral Researcher)

2 May 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)

Country

Germany

Application Deadline

31 May 2024 - 12:00 (Europe/Berlin)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Other

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz (JGU) is one of the largest universities in Germany. Thanks to its location in the Rhine-Main science region, the university can unfold to its full potential and showcase its innovative power and dynamism. Its status as a comprehensive university allows for multidisciplinary learning and teaching and has great potential for internationally renowned, interdisciplinary research. Almost all of its institutes are located on a single campus close to the Mainz city center – creating a lively academic culture for researchers, teaching staff, and students from every continent.

Faculty 10: Biology / Institute of Developmental Biology and Neurobiology / Chromosome Biology of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Academic staff member (Bioinformatician, Postdoctoral Researcher)

full-time (100 %)

The Postdoctoral position is integrated within the DFG-funded Graduate School 4R: R-loop Regulation in Robustness and Resilience (GRK2859) at the University of Mainz. The 4R research focuses on the mechanisms through which RNA:DNA hybrids (R-loops) regulation exerts its influence on biological systems in terms of gene regulation and genome stability. We are looking for a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher, who will develop computational tools and pipelines to analyze, interpret, and integrate genome-wide R-loop distribution data and work in close collaboration with 4R doctoral researchers. You will be supervised by Prof. Dr. Brian Luke.

Requirements

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Education Level

PhD or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications
Your profile:

In addition to the general requirements according to public services law, applicants must meet the recruitment requirements stipulated in § 57 of the Hochschulgesetz of Rhineland-Palatinate.

• A successfully completed scientific university degree
• A doctorate (PhD) in a field relevant to the position (eg. Bioinformatics or related field)
• Strong programming skills and knowledge of statistical methods
• Familiarity with Linux environment, version control and compute clusters
• Profound experience with R / Bioconductor for omics data analysis or equivalent
• Knowledge of Genome-Wide NGS analysis pipelines or equivalent
• Experience in analyzing Genome-Wide data is essential
• Strong communication skills and proficiency in English (spoken and written)
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

Desirable skills:

• Experience with analyzing Genome-wide data related to DNA damage, or RNA biology research is a plus
• Experience working in highly international teams is a plus

Research Field

Biological sciences » Biology

Years of Research Experience

None

Additional Information
Benefits
What we have to offer:

• Interesting research tasks in the field of R-loop biology and genome stability
• Stimulating, highly international, and diverse research environment
• Jobticket, optional for the entire Rhine-Main area
• Extensive human resources development offer
• Flexible working time arrangements

Selection process

Are you ready for a new challenge and interested in this varied and responsible position? Then submit your complete application including cover letter, resume, two references, and your transcripts by 31.05.2024, preferably via the „Apply now“ button.

Additional comments

The position is paid according to EG 13 TV-L and to be filled immediately. The position is restricted to 30.06.2028, limited to the duration of the 4R: R-loop Regulation in Robustness and Resilience (GRK2859) funding.

The position serves the purpose of academic qualification (habilitation).

JGU is diverse and welcomes qualified applications from people with varied backgrounds.

We aim to increase the number of women in the field of research and teaching and therefore encourage female researchers to apply.

Candidates with severe disabilities and appropriate qualifications will be given priority.

 

For questions and further information please contact Prof. Dr. Brian Luke by phone 06131/39-21465 or e-mail: [email protected] , or 4R coordinator Dr. Olga Vydzhak by phone 06131/39-30986 or e-mail [email protected] .

Data protection information

Apply now

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

Faculty 10: Biology / Institute of Developmental Biology and Neurobiology / Chromosome Biology of Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz

Country

Germany

City

Mainz

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://stellenboerse.uni-mainz.de/HPv3.Jobs/jgu/stellenangebot/36822/Academic-…

Contact

State/Province

Rhineland-Palatinate

City

Mainz

Website

https://www.uni-mainz.de/eng/index.php

Street

Saarstr. 21

Postal Code

55122

E-Mail

[email protected]

STATUS: EXPIRED