Postdoctoral Researcher in Reproductive Genetics: The University of Gothenburg is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in the field of Reproductive Genetics with a focus on Bioinformatics. The successful candidate will join Pol Solé-Navais’ research group, which specializes in reproductive and perinatal health, aiming to identify genetic factors affecting miscarriage.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Reproductive Genetics – Bioinformatics
Designation
Postdoctoral Researcher (Bioinformatics)
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Research Area | Reproductive Genetics – Bioinformatics |
| Location | Institute of Medicine, The Department of Molecular and Clinical Medicine, Gothenburg |
| Type of Employment | Fixed-term employment, 24 months |
| Extent | 100% |
| First day of employment | As soon as possible |
Eligibility/Qualifications
- Required:
- PhD degree in Molecular Biology, Statistical Biology, Biomedicine, Epidemiology, Genetics, Statistics, Mathematical, Computer, or Biomedical Sciences.
- Proficiency in R/Python and UNIX.
- Excellent oral and written English skills.
- Preferred Experience:
- Proven ability to write coherent scientific texts (at least one published or submitted manuscript as the first author).
- Knowledge of pregnancy physiology and biology or statistics.
- Experience in data analysis pertaining to copy number variants or aneuploidies.
- Familiarity with population genetics (microarrays, GWAS, GxE studies).
- Experience in statistical modeling in genetics or epidemiology.
- Background in large data analysis or bioinformatics.
- Experience in supervising students.
- Familiarity with version control (Git) and reproducible science.
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Researcher will conduct high-quality research, focusing on analyzing large-scale genotyping array data from miscarried fetuses and their mothers. Responsibilities include:
- Data quality control and analysis.
- Writing research articles and presenting findings at scientific conferences.
- Supervising Master’s and PhD students.
- Engaging in collaborative projects within the research group and contributing to administrative tasks, including data acquisition and ethics committee applications.
- The opportunity to influence the research lab’s culture and mentoring approach.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application via the University of Gothenburg’s recruitment portal by clicking the “Apply” button. The application must include:
- A cover letter detailing motivation for joining the team, previous research experience, and qualifications related to the project.
- A CV including a selected list of publications (maximum 3).
- Contact details for two references.
Last Date for Apply
Applications must be received by March 17, 2025.
For further inquiries, please contact Pol Solé-Navais at +46 704 71 92 83 or pol.sole.navais@gu.se, or Malin Levin at malin.levin@wlab.gu.se.
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