The Opportunity:
We are seeking a talented Computer Biologist who likes working with data to manually curate high throughput genome assemblies to chromosome-scale reference quality, using existing software tools that visualise data. Our project is generating genome assemblies for thousands of species. We need you to assess, analyse and improve the resulting assemblies to generate the best possible outcome for use by the scientific community to further knowledge and understanding.
About you:
You will have a sound knowledge of genomic data and sequence assembly methods and possess a high level of problem-solving skills to further improve automated genome assemblies through genome curation using bespoke software and tools. In addition, you will feedback lessons learned from the curation process to assembly generation, influencing software development and overall assembly strategy.
You will be an excellent communicator and have experience of working collaboratively in a professional, international environment. You will be organised with the ability to work flexibly to support a number of projects and changing priorities whilst keeping to tight schedules.
About the Programme:
The Tree of Life Programme investigates the diversity of complex organisms through sequencing and cellular technologies to explore the evolution of life, provide the raw materials for new biotechnology and deliver tools and understanding for biodiversity conservation
The Darwin Tree of Life Project is a major national initiative, led by the Wellcome Sanger Institute , to provide high-quality ‘reference’ genome sequences for all eukaryotic species in the British Isles (Britain and Ireland). The project includes a wide range of partners across the UK such as the National History Museum (NHM), Kew Gardens, The Royal Botanic Gardens Edinburgh, The Earlham Institute, Wytham Woods and the Marine Biological Association (MBA).
There are further collaborations and partnerships with other large genome initiatives the Vertebrate Genomes Project , European Reference Genomes Atlas and Earth BioGenome Project .
For further information or questions about this post please contact Jonathan Wood ([email protected])
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