Postdoctoral Fellow – G. Findlay Lab: The Francis Crick Institute is seeking a dedicated Postdoctoral Fellow to join the Genome Function Laboratory under Group Leader Greg Findlay. This full-time, fixed-term position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research focused on understanding the impact of genetic variants on biological functions.
Designation:
Postdoctoral Fellow
Location:
Francis Crick Institute, London, UK
Research Area:
Functional Genomics, Genome Editing, Biotechnology, Computational Biology
Eligibility/Qualification:
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Education | PhD awarded or in the final stages of PhD submission |
| Experience | Strong track record of scientific contributions |
| Expertise | Bioinformatics, human genomics, high-throughput data analysis |
| Knowledge | Molecular biology |
| Communication Skills | Ability to document work and communicate results effectively |
| Teamwork | Ability to work efficiently as part of a team |
Job Description:
As a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Findlay lab, you will lead independent research projects with considerable autonomy while benefiting from the collaborative environment. Your work will focus on:
- Developing multiplex assays to study effects of variants on gene regulation.
- Recording complex molecular phenotypes to DNA.
- Employing prime editing for large data sets to enhance computational models predicting gene expression.
- Investigating mechanisms of genetic disease by analyzing a vast array of variants prioritized from human cohorts.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit their applications directly through the Crick’s career portal. For assistance with applying (i.e., by phone or post), please email: weronika.kucala@crick.ac.uk.
Last Date to Apply:
Until position filled
This position is an excellent opportunity for candidates eager to develop their research skills and make significant contributions to the field of functional genomics in a supportive and innovative environment.
