Job ID: 320437
Job date: 2017-10-11
End Date:
Company : University of Minnesota Country : Role : Postdoc
Job date: 2017-10-11
End Date:
Company : University of Minnesota Country : Role : Postdoc
Job Description:
About the Job Plant and Microbial Biology Postdoctoral Associate Essential Functions:
Additional Info:
How To Apply: Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity: The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu. Background Check Information Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M: The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
About the Job Plant and Microbial Biology Postdoctoral Associate Essential Functions:
- 70% Independent research The researcher will perform research in the areas microbial ecology and physiology in extreme environments, applying metagenomic and metatranscritpomic sequencing strategies to examine community assembly and function.
- 20% Implement bioinfromatics pipelines for the lab The researcher will develop and implement bioinformatic pipelines for analyzing next generation sequencing data for the lab.
- 10% Mentor graduate and undergraduate students in bioinformatic tools The researcher will assist and mentor students from the lab who are using bioinformatics tools for their research projects.
Qualifications
Essential Qualifications: PhD in computational biology, computer science, or biology Preferred Qualifications: Extensive experience in bioinformatics including analyses and interpretation of metagenomic and metatranscriptomic sequence data; large-scale data analysis; ability to lead projects, and work as part of an interdisciplinary team; excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills; computational skills including programming with Linux, python, perl. Experience with single-cell genomics and recovery of low abundance microbial populations from large-scale data.Requeriments :
Skills :
- Bioinformatics
- genomic
- Lunix/Unix
- Metagenomics
- Microbial Biology
- Next Generation Sequencing
- Programing in Python
- Programing Skills
- Programming in PERL
Areas :
Additional Info:
How To Apply: Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Activities" page and uploading documents there. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity: The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu. Background Check Information Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M: The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]