[SocBiN] BIoinformatics Scientist

Wed Nov 23 09:52:30 CET 2016

Bioinformatics Scientists (2)

Ref. No. SU FV-3593-16
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*at the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics
<http://www.dbb.su.se/> with placement at Science for Life Laboratory
<http://www.scilifelab.se/> Stockholm. Closing date: 14 December 2016.*

The Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics is mainly located with the
other Departments of Chemistry and Life Sciences in the Arrhenius
Laboratories for Natural Sciences, which are situated in the nortern part
of the University Campus at Frescati. Presently more than 200 people are
working at the department, of which around 90 are PhD students, engaged in
internationally highly recognized research covering a broad range of
subjects. The Science for Life Laboratory is closely linked to the
department. The combination of the highly interdisciplinary expertise and
research projects at the department is unique in Sweden and also at an
international level. This expertise ranges across cell biology,
biochemistry, biophysics and theory. For more information about the
department, see: www.dbb.su.se.

Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab, www.scilifelab.se) in Sweden
serves as a national infrastructure to support advanced high-throughput
life science research. SciLifeLab is based in Stockholm and Uppsala, but
also has satellite nodes at universities across Sweden, and is currently
one of the fastest-growing life science research establishments in Europe.

The bioinformatics platform at SciLifeLab (www.nbis.se) is a large national
infrastructure in rapid development providing support, tools and training
to the Swedish life science research community. We are now looking for 1–2
staff scientists to join the Bioinformatics Long-term Support team (a.k.a.
WABI), which currently comprises 24 senior bioinformaticians located at
SciLifeLab nodes across Sweden. The new positions will be placed
at SciLifeLab Stockholm, located at the research campus of Karolinska
Institutet in northern Stockholm.

The Bioinformatics Long-term Support team provides advanced bioinformatics
analyses to some of the most scientifically exciting projects across
Sweden. Launched in the beginning of 2013, the team now constitutes one of
the strongest units in Sweden for analysis of large-scale genomics and
related “omics” data. Examples of supported scientific areas range from
complex diseases to evolutionary and environmental research.

*Main responsibilities*The bioinformatics scientist will:

   - Carry out advanced bioinformatics analyses within nationally
   prioritized projects
   - Develop tools and workflows for such analyses
   - Educate other scientists in bioinformatics through collaboration
   within supported projects, teaching at national courses and networking
   - Take part in the continuous development and improvement of the
   bioinformatics platform at a national level

*Qualification requirements*The successful candidate should have a PhD
or similar relevant working experience from advanced studies
within bioinformatics, in academia or industry.

We are looking for candidates experienced in advanced analyses in areas
such as:

   - Single-cell transcriptomics
   - Large-scale studies of genetic variation
   - Metagenomics
   - Epigenetics
   - Integrative bioinformatics.

Strong skills in experimental design and software development are also
beneficial. “Reproducible research” and “FAIR data” are central concepts to
us. You must have fluent oral and written communication skills in English,
as well as strong skills in cooperation and communication. Postdoctoral
studies are a strong merit but not a requirement.

*Terms of employment*Full-time employments for a maximum of two years
initially, with the possibility of extension. Start date as per agreement.

Stockholm University strives to be a workplace free from discrimination and
with equal opportunities for all.

*Contact*
Further information about the positions can be obtained from Pär Engström,
Joint Head of  Bioinformatics Long-term Support,
par.engstrom at scilifelab.se, telephone:
+46 8 16 22 44.

*Union representatives*
Anqi Lindblom-Ahlm (Saco-S) and Lisbeth Häggberg (Fackförbundet ST and
Lärarförbundet), telephone: +46 8 16 20 00 (operator), and seko at seko.su.se
 (SEKO).

*Application*
Apply for the position at Stockholm University's recruitment system by
clicking the "Apply" button. It is the responsibility of the applicant to
ensure that the application is complete in accordance with the instructions
in the job advertisement, and that it is submitted before the deadline.

Please include the following information with your application

   - Your contact details and personal data
   - Your highest degree
   - Your language skills
   - Contact details for 2–3 references

and, in addition, please include the following documents

   - Cover letter
   - CV – degrees and other completed courses, work experience and a list
   of publications
   - Copy of PhD diploma.

The instructions for applicants are available at: Instructions – Applicants
<http://www.su.se/english/about/vacancies/instructions-applicants>.

*You are welcome to apply!*

We are one of Europe's leading universities in one of the world's most
dynamic capitals. A relationship with Stockholm University delivers quality
outcomes whether you are an employee, student, researcher or stakeholder.
Our education and research produce results.

*Closing date:* 14/12/2016

URL to this page
http://www.su.se/english/about/vacancies/vacancies-new-list?rmpage=job&rmjob=2274&rmlang=UK

Yours

Arne

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  Arne Elofsson                Science for Life Laboratory
  Tel:+46-(0)852481531     Stockholm University
  http://bioinfo.se/             Box 1031,
  Email: arne at bioinfo.se   17121 Solna, Sweden
  Twitter:   https://twitter.com/arneelof
  Scholar: http://scholar.google.se/citations?user=s3OCM3AAAAAJ
  ORCID: 0000-0002-7115-9751
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