Postdoctoral Research Scientist: The Earlham Institute is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Postdoctoral Research Scientist to join the Papatheodorou Research Group. This position focuses on advancing the understanding of Crohn’s Disease through cutting-edge research in single-cell genomics and bioinformatics.
Designation
Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Research Area
Cellular Genomics, Single-cell Transcriptomics, Bioinformatics, and Pathogenesis of Crohn’s Disease
Location
Earlham Institute, Norwich, UK (with collaborative opportunities in Edinburgh)
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must hold a PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a related field.
- Experience with single-cell transcriptomics and spatial transcriptomics data is essential.
- Proficient understanding of biological statistics; experience with long-read sequencing is advantageous.
- Strong collaborative skills and the ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
Job Description
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Analyzing single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-Seq) data to identify cell types, subtypes, and transition trajectories within the normal gut’s spatial organization.
- Developing analytical tools to combine scRNA-Seq data with histological images and spatial transcriptomics.
- Conducting bioinformatic investigations to understand the pathogenesis and progression of Crohn’s Disease.
- Collaborating with researchers in Edinburgh and contributing to the Gut Cell Atlas project, which integrates single-cell transcriptomics with advanced image-based gut atlas data.
- Contributing to the analysis pipelines of Earlham Institute’s core open workflows and computational tools.
This is a 24-month fully funded post supported by The Helmsley Charitable Trust.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should download and complete the application form available on our website or prepare a CV that includes all requested information. Applications should be submitted via email to the Human Resources Team.
Last Date to Apply
Applications must be submitted by 6 January 2025.
Join us at the Earlham Institute to contribute toward pioneering research in cellular genomics while working in an innovative, collaborative environment!
