29 Feb 2024
Job Information
- Organisation/Company
Chalmers University of Technology- Research Field
Biological sciences » Biology- Researcher Profile
Recognised Researcher (R2)- Country
Sweden- Application Deadline
28 Mar 2024 - 22:00 (UTC)- Type of Contract
Temporary- Job Status
Full-time- Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme- Reference Number
304--1-12682- Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No
Offer Description
The Westerlund group is looking for a motivated candidate to work on the data analysis aspects of our work on DNA analysis. We are specialized in methods that image large DNA molecules to identify genetic variations and DNA damage. The candidate will work on all aspects of data analysis on this topic, all the way from image analysis to statistics and bioinformatics.
Information about the division and the department
The Chemical Biology division is the home of seven research groups. We combine and develop protein engineering, synthetic chemistry and state-of-the-art biophysical methos (spectroscopy, live-cell imaging and nanotechnology) to address cutting edge questions in biology to meet medical challenges related to human health. Our joint expertise is strategic and spans from molecular biophysics of single molecules to cell and organism biology.
The Westerlund group uses fluorescence microscopy to image single molecules with a strong focus on DNA. The research ranges from basic science of DNA-protein interactions to clinical and diagnostic applications, in particular for infectious diseases and cancer. To analyse the experiments we need sophisticated mathematical tools in each step of the analysis process, from image analysis to bioinformatics.
Major responsibilities
The person is expected to work on all the steps of data analysis in our projects on analysing long DNA molecules in diagnosing cancer and infectious diseases. This includes image analysis, statistical analysis and bionformatics.
Qualifications
The person should have a PhD degree in a topic related to data and image analysis. The person should have experience in programing for analysing fluorecence microscopy images as well as the subsequent data. Experience in analysing optical DNA mapping data is a strong merit. Extensive experience in presenting research orally and in written form is important.
The position requires sound verbal and written communication skills in English. Swedish is not a requirement but Chalmers offers Swedish courses.
Contract terms
Temporary full-time employment (Half year duration).
We offer
Chalmers offers a cultivating and inspiring working environment in the coastal city of Gothenburg .
Read more about working at Chalmers and our benefits for employees.
Chalmers aims to actively improve our gender balance. We work broadly with equality projects, for example the GENIE Initiative on gender equality for excellence . Equality and diversity are substantial foundations in all activities at Chalmers.
Application procedure
The application should be marked with 20240144 and written in English. The application should be sent electronically and be attached as PDF-files, as below. Maximum size for each file is 40 MB. Please note that the system does not support Zip files.
CV:(Please name the document as: CV, Surname, Ref. number) including:
• CV, include complete list of publications
• Previous teaching and pedagogical experiences
• Two references that we can contact.
Personal letter: (Please name the document as: Personal letter, Family name, Ref. number)
1-3 pages where you:
• Introduce yourself
• Describe your previous research fields and main research results
• Describe your future goals and future research focus
Other documents:
• Attested copies of completed education, grades and other certificates.
Use the button at the foot of the page to reach the application form.
Please note: The applicant is responsible for ensuring that the application is complete. Incomplete applications and applications sent by email will not be considered.
Application deadline: 2023-03-29
For questions, please contact:
Prof. Fredrik Westerlund, Div. Chemical Biology,
[email protected] , 0317723049
*** Chalmers declines to consider all offers of further announcement publishing or other types of support for the recruiting process in connection with this position. ***
Chalmers University of Technology conducts research and education in engineering sciences, architecture, technology-related mathematical sciences, natural and nautical sciences, working in close collaboration with industry and society. The strategy for scientific excellence focuses on our six Areas of Advance; Energy, Health Engineering, Information and Communication Technology, Materials Science, Production and Transport. The aim is to make an active contribution to a sustainable future using the basic sciences as a foundation and innovation and entrepreneurship as the central driving forces. Chalmers has around 11,000 students and 3,000 employees. New knowledge and improved technology have characterised Chalmers since its foundation in 1829, completely in accordance with the will of William Chalmers and his motto: Avancez!
Requirements
- Research Field
- Chemistry
- Education Level
- PhD or equivalent
- Languages
- ENGLISH
- Level
- Excellent
- Research Field
- Biological sciences » Biology
- Years of Research Experience
- 4 - 10
Additional Information
Work Location(s)
- Number of offers available
- 1
- Company/Institute
- Chalmers University of Technology
- Country
- Sweden
- City
- Göteborg
- Postal Code
- 41296
- Street
- Chalmers Tekniska Högskola
Where to apply
- Website
https://www.chalmers.se/en/about-chalmers/work-with-us/vacancies/?rmpage=job&rm…
Contact
- City
Göteborg- Street
Chalmers Tekniska Högskola- Postal Code
41296
STATUS: EXPIRED
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