Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Norwich: Join the Earlham Institute’s Quince Group as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist in Norwich, UK, and contribute to the development of mathematical models for microbial communities. This 36-month contract offers a unique opportunity to work on predictive mechanistic models, integrating various data sources to understand microbial communities.
Designation: Postdoctoral Research Scientist
Research Area: Mathematical modelling of microbial communities
Location: Norwich, UK
Eligibility/Qualification:
- A Ph.D. in mathematics, physics, bioinformatics, statistics, or a related field with a strong focus on mathematical modelling.
- A First-class degree in any scientific area.
- Proficiency in command-line bioinformatics and programming (e.g., R, Python, C/C++).
- Basic understanding of calculus and statistics.
- Proven scientific writing skills and experience in presenting research findings.
- Knowledge of Bayesian statistics, metagenomics or metabolomics bioinformatics, and a biological understanding of microbial communities and metabolism is advantageous.
Job Description:
Postdoctoral Research Scientist (Mathematical Modelling of the Microbiome)
- Develop mathematical models of microbial communities, including mechanistic models for data integration.
- Incorporate dynamical systems, ODEs, SDEs, metabolic modelling, and use numerical optimization methods.
- Apply models to interpret metagenome-metabolome samples from clinical and reactor experiments related to Crohn’s disease and therapeutic diets.
How to Apply:
- Download, save, and complete the application form using Microsoft Word, or prepare a CV containing all requested application form information.
- Apply for the job by submitting your completed application form or CV.
Last Date for Apply: 30 November 2023
Additional Information:
- Salary range: £35,300 – £43,750 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.
- Full-time post with a three-year contract.
- Disability Confident employer, offering interviews to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.
