[SocBiN] Post Doc in systems biology (Uppsala, Sweden), short linear motifs in host-pathogen interactions

[Henrik Lantz]

Dear colleagues,

please see below for information on a two-year post doc at Uppsala University, Sweden. The position is in Ylva Ivarsson’s group, with a close collaboration planned with Dr. Norman Davey’s group at University College Dublin, Ireland. The position will focus on the role of short linear motifs in host-parasite interactions, and among other things involve setting up bioinformatic pipelines for the analysis of data produced by other members of the group.

Application deadline 9 Sep 2017.

See here for more information and how to apply: http://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=157978 <http://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=157978>

Best regards,
Henrik
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Postdoctoral researcher in bioinformatics
 
Uppsala University, Department of Chemistry - BMC
 
Uppsala University is an international research university focused on the development of science and education. Our most important assets are all the individuals who with their curiosity and their dedication make Uppsala University one of Sweden’s most exciting work places. Uppsala University has 40,000 students, 7,000 employees and a turnover of SEK 6,5 billion.
 
The Department of Chemistry – BMC is located at the Uppsala Biomedical Centre campus. It belongs to the Faculty of Science and Technology and conducts research in biochemistry, organic chemistry, analytical chemistry, and physical chemistry. The research is focused on catalysis, molecular recognition, structure and dynamics of complex molecular systems, and relationships between the presence of biomolecules and synthetic chemical compounds with various disease states. The creative and research-intense environment contributes to a broad knowledge-base as well as cutting-edge expertise.
 
The position as a postdoctoral researcher is in the group of Dr. Ylva Ivarsson  (http://www.kemi.uu.se/research/biochemistry/ivarsson-group/ <http://www.kemi.uu.se/research/biochemistry/ivarsson-group/>) as a part of a larger project on systems biology of host-pathogen interactions funded by a frame-work grant from the Swedish foundation for strategic research. The postdoc will be co-supervised by Dr. Norman Davey (University College, Dublin) who is an expert in bioinformatics of short-linear motifs.
 
Duties:
In this project we will take a hybrid systems biology approach to explore pathogen short linear motifs and their interactions with host proteins. The successful candidate will set up a bioinformatics pipeline and will be involved in the analysis of data sets generated by wet-lab team members. The postdoctoral researcher will get the opportunity to spend some time in the lab of Dr. Davey, University College Dublin (http://slim.ucd.ie/index.php).
 
Qualifications:
To be eligible to apply for this position you must fulfill the qualifications required below, and ideally one or more of the preferred qualifications.
 
Qualifications required:
PhD in a STEM discipline with a background in computational biology. The PhD degree should have been obtained no more than three years prior to the application deadline. The three-year period can be extended on special circumstances, such as prolonged periods of illness, parental leave, military service, union duties and others of similar character.
Excellent programming skills (Python is strongly preferred).
Experience analysing biological datasets.
 
Preferred qualifications:
Demonstrated experience in the analysis of large-scale functional proteomics datasets, integrating large data sets, and analysing multiple types of omics data.
Expertise in the analysis of biological networks.
Basic skills in web resource development (e.g.: SQL, RESTful web services, JS).
Basic knowledge of statistics.
 
Emphasis will also be placed on personal skills. In this case, we place particular weight on the ability to work as part of a team and a positive attitude towards mobility.  The applicant will be responsible for a part of a larger project, and the ability to work independently and to take responsibility will be required. The applicant should be fluent in English as the research is conducted in an international environment.
 
The application must include a CV, full publication list, copies of diplomas and certificates, contact details of two references, and a personal letter including a short description of research interests. The application will be evaluated based on the following criteria: Appropriate education and work/research in related fields. Emphasis will also be placed on personal skills.
 
Uppsala University strives to be an inclusive workplace that promotes equal opportunities and attracts qualified candidates who can contribute to the University’s excellence and diversity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people of all backgrounds.
 
Salary: According to individual qualifications
 
Start date: 1st of October 2017 or according to agreement
 
Form of employment: temporary employment of two years
 
Extent of employment: 100%
 
For more information contact Ylva Ivarsson (ylva.ivarsson at kemi.uu.se <mailto:ylva.ivarsson at kemi.uu.se>)
 
You are welcome to apply no later than 9th of September 2017
 
Are you considering moving to Sweden to work at Uppsala University? If so, you will find much information about working and living in Sweden at www.uu.se/joinus.  <http://www.uu.se/joinus>You are also welcome to contact the International Faculty and Staff Services at mailto:ifss at uadm.uu.se. <mailto:ifss at uadm.uu.se>
 
Link to on-line application system:
https://www.uu.se/en/about-uu/join-us/details/?positionId=157978
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