Job ID: 18687
Job date: 2017-02-01
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Company : University of Arkansas Country : Role : Postdoc
Job date: 2017-02-01
End Date:
Company : University of Arkansas Country : Role : Postdoc
Job Description:
The successful applicant will work with a team of researchers and scientists in projects to analyze genomics and functional genomics data. One aspect of the project will be to identify mutations in genomes from next generation sequencing data. This will be using information from human genome and transcript sequence information to identify mutations involved in cancer. This part of the project is supported by external grants with the objective of using the UA high performance computing facilities to develop pipelines to automate the process of mutation analysis. In addition, genome and transcript sequence from diverse rice genotypes will be analyzed to identify mutations and natural variation that distinguish the lines, towards identifying candidate genes responsible for traits that will be supported by ongoing molecular genetics analysis. The available information on candidate genes and associated pathways, plant genotypes and functional genomics data will be used to develop a network based approach to predict genes with functional association to plant phenotypes. The incumbent will also be responsible for processing and presenting data at professional meetings, participate in development of grant proposals, and writing and publishing results in appropriate journals in collaboration with other scientists on the project. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in the Plant Sciences or Bioinformatics, with experience in next generation sequencing analysis for RNA-Sequencing and genome sequencing, familiarity with functional genomics technologies and analysis. Preferred Qualifications: Additional experiences that would be helpful: Transcriptome analysis and ability to develop the field of network biology as a system to understand gene functions and dissect complex biological pathways. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong written and oral communication skills
Additional Info:
About the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture: The Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas County. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Physical Conditions: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). Work Schedule: 40 hours per week Pre-employment Screening Requirements: This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. EEO Statement: The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The successful applicant will work with a team of researchers and scientists in projects to analyze genomics and functional genomics data. One aspect of the project will be to identify mutations in genomes from next generation sequencing data. This will be using information from human genome and transcript sequence information to identify mutations involved in cancer. This part of the project is supported by external grants with the objective of using the UA high performance computing facilities to develop pipelines to automate the process of mutation analysis. In addition, genome and transcript sequence from diverse rice genotypes will be analyzed to identify mutations and natural variation that distinguish the lines, towards identifying candidate genes responsible for traits that will be supported by ongoing molecular genetics analysis. The available information on candidate genes and associated pathways, plant genotypes and functional genomics data will be used to develop a network based approach to predict genes with functional association to plant phenotypes. The incumbent will also be responsible for processing and presenting data at professional meetings, participate in development of grant proposals, and writing and publishing results in appropriate journals in collaboration with other scientists on the project. Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in the Plant Sciences or Bioinformatics, with experience in next generation sequencing analysis for RNA-Sequencing and genome sequencing, familiarity with functional genomics technologies and analysis. Preferred Qualifications: Additional experiences that would be helpful: Transcriptome analysis and ability to develop the field of network biology as a system to understand gene functions and dissect complex biological pathways. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong written and oral communication skills
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About the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture: The Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas County. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AAES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees. The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture. The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration. As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Physical Conditions: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). Work Schedule: 40 hours per week Pre-employment Screening Requirements: This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. EEO Statement: The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers all its Extension and Research programs and services without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital or veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]