Postdoctoral Fellow in Epigenetics: The Hackett group at EMBL Rome is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join their team. The group focuses on studying the epigenetic basis of genome regulation and aims to understand the impact of chromatin states in healthy and diseased tissues. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on a cutting-edge research project using high-throughput CRISPR genetics, epigenetic editing, multi-omics, and organoids to uncover the regulatory logic of chromatin modifications.
Designation: Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area: Epigenetics
Location: Rome, Italy
Eligibility/Qualification:
- PhD in molecular or chromatin biology
- Proficiency in (epi)genomics techniques and/or biochemistry methods
- Experience with mammalian tissue culture or stem cells
- Strong problem-solving skills and independence
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Job Description: The postdoctoral fellow will investigate the mechanistic function of chromatin modifications and their interaction with the genomic context and cellular identity to shape gene expression patterns. The research will involve utilizing high-throughput CRISPR screens, (epi)genomics data analysis, and bioinformatics techniques. The candidate will have the freedom to pursue curiosity-driven hypotheses based on novel screening datasets.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application online, including a CV with references and a cover letter that outlines their motivation, background, and future research interests. The closing date for applications is 16th June 2023. For any inquiries regarding the project or lab life at EMBL Rome, please contact Jamie Hackett at jamie.hackett@embl.it.
Last Date for Apply: 16 June 2023
| Research Area | Epigenetics |
|---|---|
| Location | Rome, Italy |
| Qualification | PhD in molecular or chromatin biology |
| Skills in (epi)genomics techniques and/or | |
| biochemistry methods | |
| Experience with mammalian tissue culture or | |
| stem cells | |
| Independence and problem-solving abilities | |
| Excellent communication and interpersonal | |
| skills with high ethical standards | |
| Job Description | – Investigate the function of chromatin |
| modifications and their impact on gene | |
| expression patterns | |
| – Utilize CRISPR genetics, epigenetic editing, | |
| multi-omics, and organoids | |
| – Analyze (epi)genomics data and perform | |
| bioinformatics techniques | |
| – Pursue curiosity-driven hypotheses based on | |
| screening datasets | |
| – Collaborate with the research team | |
| How to Apply | Submit online application with CV, references |
| and cover letter | |
| Last Date to Apply | 16 June 2023 |
Why join us:
- Inclusive and equal opportunity employer
- Highly attractive salary and benefits
- Informal and curiosity-driven culture
- Extensive training and professional development opportunities
- Supportive, collegial, and family-friendly environment
EMBL Rome Campus:
- Highly interactive international institute
- Focus on Epigenetics and Neurobiology
- World-class core facilities
- Situated just outside Rome with easy access to the coast, Apennine mountains, and historic Rome’s lifestyle and culture
