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Opportunity: Postdoc in RNA Bioinformatics and Neurotranscriptomics @ University of Copenhagen -- Copenhagen, Denmark
Submitted by Signatur AS; posted on Tuesday, May 09, 2017
OVERVIEW
At Center for non-coding RNA in Technology and Health (RTH), (http://rth.dk), Department of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at University of Copenhagen a position as Postdoc in RNA Bioinformatics and Neurotranscriptomics is available from 1 August 2017 or as soon as possible thereafter. The position will be for two years with the possibility of further extension.
You will be a hard-working team player and a key person in the group and project essential for obtaining successful results. The Postdoc position is part of the Indo-Danish NeuroStem project, which aims to discover RNA mediated regulation in neurodegeneration through stem cell models. The Postdoc will be interacting closely with the Group for Stem Cells and Embryology. See http://neurostem.dk for details. The Neurostem project is supported by Innovation Fund Denmark.
Information about the department can be found at: http://ivh.ku.dk/english/.
Background:
The NeuroStem project aims at identifying and manipulating non-coding RNA to obtain novel functional insight in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases that can enable improved treatment. The non-coding RNAs will be extracted from expression experiments of patient-specific neuronal cells derived from induced pluripotent stem cells obtained from skin fibroblasts. Further details can be found at http://neurostem.dk.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Job description:
The project involves analysis of noncoding and structured RNA and their correlation of transcriptomic data in regards to the neurodegenerative diseases. The project involves detecting noncoding RNA from computational screens and transcriptomics data. Relevant methods including those for detecting structured RNA and RNA-RNA interactions will be developed and incorporated in the integrated pipelines which also make use of the transcriptomic data. There will be close synergy to the experimental side in e.g. the set up for mechanistic experiments to further verify RNA functions in relation to neurodegeneration.
Required qualifications and selection criteria:
The applicant should hold professional as well as personal skills and qualifications as stated below:
- A completed PhD degree in bioinformatics, computer science or in a similar area
- General background knowledge of biological areas of genome structure and transcriptomes
- Algorithmic insight broad and for RNA 2D structure
- Strong experience with script languages such as Perl or Python (or similar)
- Strong experience with the Linux/Unix environment, command lines and shell scripting
- Solid experience with transcriptome analysis
- Familiarity with experience in at least one of the following programming languages: C, C++ or Java
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent in English both in writing and speech
Candidates fulfilling one or more of the following qualifications will be prioritised:
- Experience with transcriptomic data from neurodegenerative diseases
- Strong experience in at least one of the following programming languages: C, C++ or Java
TERMS & COMPENSATION
Terms of employment:
Salary and other terms and conditions of appointment are set in accordance with the Agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (Danish Confederation of Professional Associations) or other relevant professional organisations. The position is covered by the "Memorandum on Job Structure for Academic Staff at the Universities" of June 28, 2013.
The gross basic salary range for Postdoctoral Fellows is DKK 32,332 to DKK 34,060 per month (level 6 to 8). To the basic salary a supplement could be negotiated, dependent on the candidate's experience and qualifications. An additional 17.1 % monthly contribution to pension will be paid by the employer.
LOCALE
Place of employment:
RTH is mainly located on the Frederiksberg Campus, however, as part of the NeuroStem project research stays with project partners will be a part of the Postdoc employment. Our research environment is highly international and stimulating. We frequently organise seminars, workshops, PhD summer schools with international speakers and have retreats with our international collaborators.
ABOUT US
Part of the International Alliance of Research Universities (IARU), and among Europe's top-ranking universities, the University of Copenhagen promotes research and teaching of the highest international standard. Rich in tradition and modern in outlook, the University gives students and staff the opportunity to cultivate their talent in an ambitious and informal environment. An effective organisation – with good working conditions and a collaborative work culture – creates the ideal framework for a successful academic career.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply by clicking "Apply online" from the link below. Please note that only online applications will be accepted.
Apply now: http://employment.ku.dk/all-vacancies/?show=906930
Applications – in English – must include:
- Cover letter detailing your motivation and background for applying for the specific Postdoc project
- CV
- Diploma and detailed transcripts of records
- Other information for consideration, e.g. list of publications, peer reviewed and other
- Personal Recommendations (if any)
- A maximum of 3 relevant scientific works which the applicant wishes to be included in the assessment
Questions:
For further information about the scientific content of the position please contact Professor Jan Gorodkin, e-mail gorodkin[at]rth.dk, phone +45 353 34704 or +45 353 33578 (direct) or for application procedure and formalities please contact Administrative Officer Marie-Louise Rosenlund, e-mail mlr[at]sund.ku.dk, phone: +45 353 32898.
DEADLINE
The deadline for applications is 24 May 2017. Any applications received after this time or incomplete will not be considered.
Receipts of the applications will be acknowledged, and the applicant will be kept continuously informed of the progress of the application.
The further process:
Shortlist: After the expiry of the deadline for applications, the authorised recruitment manager selects applicants for assessment on the advice of the Appointments Committee. All applicants are then immediately notified whether their application has been passed for assessment by an expert assessment committee. Selected applicants are notified of the composition of the committee and each applicant has the opportunity to comment on the part of the assessment that relates to the applicant him/herself. You can read about the recruitment process at http://employment.ku.dk.
Assessment: The selected applications will be assessed according to the Ministerial Order no. 242 of 13 March 2012 on the Appointment of Academic Staff at Universities and the University of Copenhagen's guidelines 2013. The Assessment Committee makes a non-prioritised assessment of the academic qualifications and experience with respect to the mentioned area of research, techniques, skills and other requirements listed in the advertisement.
Please note that the applicant will be contacted if the assessment committee requires further documentation.
POLICY
The University of Copenhagen wishes to reflect the diversity of society and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates regardless of personal background.
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