RESPONSIBILITIES

The Functional Genomics Center Zurich (FGCZ) is a joint interdisciplinary research and training center of the ETH Zurich (ETH) and the University of Zurich (UZH). We are seeking to fill the following position: Bioinformatics Expert Next Generation Sequencing, to strengthen the bioinformatics team by facilitating and supporting the analysis of ultra-high throughput sequencing data generated in the various research projects. The successful candidate will be involved in managing and processing large-scale DNA sequencing data generated by Roche/454 and ABI SOLiD technologies. In addition, the expert will also participate in building customized data analysis pipelines and in the scientific development of new approaches for large-scale sequence data analysis.

REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate has a university degree in computer science, bioinformatics or a related field. Candidates with a PhD and publications are welcome to apply. Familiarity with the management and analysis of large scale genomics datasets will be considered an advantage. In particular experience with sequencing data (e.g. Illumina/454/SOLiD/Sanger based sequence-assembly or -mapping) or other functional genomics data (e.g. microarray data, ChIP data) will be a plus. Basic skills with the LINUX/UNIX operating system are essential. Furthermore, a strong background in at least one scripting or programming language (Perl, Python, Java, C++) is mandatory. Experience in R/Bioconductor and/or web programming will be considered an advantage.

The ability to work independently is a prerequisite, as is the ability to effectively interact with the research and technical staff of the center and of external research groups in a team-oriented manner. Advanced knowledge of English is essential, as this is the working language of the center. Knowledge of German is helpful but not essential.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should send a full CV, including a list of publications and the names of at least two referees, until March 31, 2009, to

Dr. Ralph Schlapbach
Managing Director FGCZ
Winterthurerstrasse 190, Y32H52
8057 Zurich, Switzerland
coordinator[at]fgcz.ethz.ch
http://www.fgcz.ch