BACKGROUND

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Working on CGAT projects ensuring that deadlines are met.
• Seeking and attending training opportunities within and outside of CGAT in consultation with the CGAT senior post-doctoral scientists.
• Representing CGAT, providing presentations and posters at meetings.
• Networking with sequencing hubs and UK scientists.
• Keeping up-to-date with latest developments in DNA sequencing, genome biology and bioinformatics computing.
• Attending group meetings and regularly reporting on studies and results to the group leader.
• Participating in Unit meetings and those of the wider MRC / University community.
• Adhering to good laboratory practice and safety procedures within the Unit and University host Department.
• Contributing to the Unit's strategy for public communication of science and to the application or exploitation of the research findings.
• Maintaining dedicated computer, whilst liaising with the Bioinformatics Systems Administrator to optimise use of computational resources.

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in biology, medical biology, medicine or a field relevant to computational genomics.
• Strong interest in genome research.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, able to work independently and within a team.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Good working knowledge of office software.
• Excellent organisational skills – managing both time and records effectively.
• Numerate, and able to use own initiative to solve problems.

PREFERENCES

• Publication track record.
• Genetics/genomics and biomedical experience.
• Experience of being a key participant in cross-disciplinary collaborations.
• Ability to script/program.
• Evidence of multi-tasking and working to deadlines.
• Knowledge of statistical methods.

TERMS

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