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We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic researcher to join our team in the development of improved methods for the quantification of gene expression, exploiting thermodynamic sequence properties and probabilistic inference.

We are a young group focussing on the challenge of extracting structured insight from high-throughput experiments (microarrays, proteomics, ), taking a quantitative approach in the lab and applying probabilistic models in analysis. Our biological interests are varied, and include clinical applications as well as basic research, such as an investigation of non genetic sources of individuality in fruit-flies. While travel is not necessary, we have active collaborations with Cambridge, UK, and the U.S., and encourage exchange with our partners. Vienna is a thriving international city with a vibrant scientific environment and outstanding quality of life.

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The project equally requires an interest in mathematical modeling and the design and evaluation of appropriate microarray experiments. Successful candidates are expected to hold a PhD degree in a technical or scientific field and must be able to demonstrate a proven track record of implementing and applying probabilistic models. The new group member will implement algorithms for probabilistic inference in R, MatLab, or Octave. Solid knowledge of a development environment for numerical problems is hence required. Experience with data analysis in a biomedical or life-science domain would be an advantage. In this project, an understanding of thermodynamics and non-equilibrium effects may also be helpful. The project requires regular interaction with laboratory scientists and engineers, e.g., assisting in the planning of well-designed experiments and taking personal responsibility for the full data analysis process. An interest in collaborating with researchers from other domains and excellent communication skills in English are thus essential (German a plus).

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