Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions PhD Studentship: The Earlham Institute is offering a fully funded Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions PhD studentship under the supervision of Prof Irene Papatheodorou. The scholarship focuses on developing computational methods for integrative analyses of single-cell omics data, with an emphasis on creating comprehensive cell atlases for regeneration in various species.
Designation
PhD Studentship in Cross-Species Cell Atlases for Regeneration
Research Area
- Single Cell Genomics
- Bioinformatics
- Computational Biology
Location
Earlham Institute, Norwich, UK
Eligibility/Qualification
| Criteria | Requirements |
|---|---|
| Education | MSc in Bioinformatics, Computing, Data Science, Machine Learning |
| Residency | Must not have resided in the UK for more than 12 months in the last 3 years |
| PhD Status | Must not hold a PhD degree at the time of recruitment |
| Undergraduate Degree | Minimum UK equivalent of a 2:1 undergraduate degree or 2:2 with a MSc graded at 60% or over |
Description
The selected candidate will work within an international, interdisciplinary team to develop cell atlases for regeneration in zebrafish, mouse, and axolotl. The role includes integrating single-cell transcriptomic and epigenetic data to build atlases for each species and comparing cell types and regulatory processes across them. This position allows for significant engagement in cutting-edge research relevant to cellular genomics.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should visit the University of East Anglia’s research page to check academic eligibility criteria. Applications must be submitted via the Earlham Institute’s recruitment portal, including a CV and cover letter outlining relevant experience.
Last Date for Application
16 January 2025
For additional information or inquiries about the application process, please contact Prof Irene Papatheodorou at irene.papatheodorou@earlham.ac.uk.
