Job Opportunities
Director Caltech Genomics Facility - CIT14483MM
Caltech seeks genome scientist to direct its genomics facility - the
Millard and Muriel Jacobs Genetics and Genomics Laboratory.
The purpose of the Facility is to provide cutting-edge technology in the
area of functional genomics, with current emphasis on next-generation
sequencing and on various microarray-based technologies. Working
interactions with many research user groups in Biology, Chemistry,
GeoBiology, and Engineering are central to the Facility mission. We
expect the Facility Director to direct technical staff and to play a
leadership role in developing, testing, and introducing new technologies
that will define future Facility capabilities, as well as in the
integration and collaboration in Bioinformatics. The Facility Director
is also responsible for managing the financial resources of the
Laboratory, writing papers, presenting the work and writing the
pertinent section for the Division's Annual Report.
Background required is a doctoral degree and postdoctoral research
experience in an appropriate area of genomics. Experience in
next-generation sequencing and/or bioinformatics is a plus.
To be considered for this outstanding opportunity, please visit our web
site and submit your resume at the following link:
http://www2.recruitingcenter.net/clients/CalTech/publicjobs/controller.cfm?jbaction=JobProfile&Job_Id=14483&esid=az
Please direct questions or concerns to:
Ms. Susan Ruffins, Office of the Director Beckman Institute, Caltech,
Pasadena, CA 91125, 626-395-2788, str@caltech.edu
Caltech is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women,
Minorities, Veterans and Disabled Persons are encouraged to apply.
GENOMICS SPECIALIST I/II – KW21560, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center
About Us:
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, home of three Nobel laureates,
is an independent, nonprofit research institution dedicated to the
development and advancement of biomedical research to eliminate cancer
and other potentially fatal diseases. Recognized internationally for its
pioneering work in bone-marrow transplantation, the Center’s four
scientific divisions collaborate to form a unique environment for
conducting basic and applied science. The Hutchinson Center, in
collaboration with its clinical and research partners, the University of
Washington and Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center, is the
only National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in
the Pacific Northwest. Join us and make a difference.
Job Description:
The Genomics Resource consists of two core facilities that provide
support for sequencing, genotyping, and microarray activities throughout
the Center. This individual will work under the direct supervision of
the Genomics Resource Supervisor. Key areas of activity will include:
• Support activities in the Genomics Resource’s DNA Array lab.
• Provide back-up support services in the Genetic Analysis Lab,
including the operation of ABI sequencing instrumentation.
• Provide back-up training and support on real-time PCR instrumentation.
• Perform other responsibilities as required.
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Must have an undergraduate degree in a biological discipline, plus a
minimum of at least 2 years of professional laboratory experience.
We seek a mature, professional individual with a proven track record in
a laboratory setting. Expertise in molecular biology techniques is
essential, and a working knowledge and comfort with microarray and
sequencing technologies is desired. Proficiency working with computers
and navigating software applications is essential. Strong interpersonal
and organizational skills are also required, as is the ability to work
in a highly independent environment.
Compensation: Salary DOE+ excellent benefits; full-time position.
Date opened: February 19, 2008
Job #KW-21560
Apply online: www.fhcrc.org
The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center and The Seattle Cancer Care Alliance are equal opportunity employers, committed to workforce diversity.
Job Description for Senior Scientist for Myers Lab ENCODE Project
Dr. Richard M. Myers' laboratory at the HudsonAlpha Institute for
Biotechnology seeks an ENCODE Senior Scientist to help manage the
research in Myers Laboratory. The applicant will help lead the
experimental and computational work in a very large effort to identify
and characterize all the functional elements in the human genome, as
part of the international ENCODE (ENCyclopedia of DNA Elements)
Consortium. This high profile project is part of a consortium of seven
laboratories located around the U.S. and in the United Kingdom, and Dr.
Myers' group has been funded to perform the largest project in the
consortium. The candidate will help coordinate the efforts a group of
four technicians and one or more computer scientists, working closely
with the Principal Investigator and several graduate students and
Postdoctoral Fellows in the lab to do both computational and large-scale
experimental work to accomplish the goal of thoroughly studying and
annotating the human genome.
A Ph.D. in genomics, genetics, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a
related field is required, as well as a successful research experience
as a Postdoctoral Fellow. A demonstrated record of scientific
accomplishments, leadership, and experience supervising research
assistants is strongly preferred. Extensive molecular biology
experience with proven ability to work with large data sets is
necessary. An ideal background includes thorough knowledge of
eukaryotic gene expression and previous experience with the experimental
techniques commonly used. Another requirement is computational skills
for inputting, analyzing and distributing large data sets along with
abilities in high-level analysis for integrating large, diverse
datasets; this includes an ability to do mid-level programming and
database construction as well as a strong knowledge of and experience in
statistical analyses. The successful candidate will be an individual
with exceptional organizational, writing and communication abilities.
HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology was founded in 2005 as
non-profit facility with the mission to use biotechnology and basic
biological research to make important discoveries, improve human health,
stimulate economic development and inspire young people to seek careers
in science. Located in Cummings Research Park in Huntsville, Alabama,
one of the world’s leading science and technology business parks, the
four-story, 270,000 square foot building will house up to 700 employees
and will fully open its operations in March 2008. The facility contains
state-of-the-art laboratories for biological research and development in
the areas of genomics, genetics and personalized medicine. In addition,
space and resources are allocated for high school, college-level and
adult educational outreach and training programs. Dr. Richard Myers has
accepted the job as Scientific Director of the institute and will soon
leave his current position as Chair of the Department of Genetics at
Stanford University School of Medicine. Dr. Myers' lab conducts
research in human genetics and genomics and has participated in the
international ENCODE Project Consortium since its beginning four years
ago to map and understand the activities of all the functional elements
in the human genome.
For more information on the institute, please see www.hudsonalpha.org.
Research Associate (Associate or Full Professor), University of Chicago
The University of Chicago’s Department of Human Genetics is seeking a
qualified applicant for a full time Research Associate (Associate or
Full Professor) position in the area of computational biology and
bioinformatics to join a multidisciplinary program investigating the
multigene basis of inheritance in humans and model organisms. We are
seeking a highly motivated individual with demonstrated productivity in
the design and build-out of computational and bioinformatics solutions
to challenging biological problems and ability to thrive in a highly
collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. We especially welcome
applications from individuals with experience and interest in the design
of integrative software and algorithms to support analysis of high
throughput data related to comparative genomics, systems biology, and
gene network prediction. Experience or knowledge of distributed
computing technologies is likewise of particular value. An MD or PhD in
the biological sciences or computer sciences is required along with at
least 6 years post-doctoral research experience in computational
biology/bioinformatics. The applicant must be able to design and conduct
experiments independently, and demonstrate evidence of: 1) past
productivity via publication of scientific manuscripts in peer-review
journals; 2) ability to attract independent funding; 3) presentation of
their work at national and international meetings; and 4) the ability to
work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
Interested applicants should apply online and submit electronic copies
of curriculum vitae and a short summary of research plans to:
jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=196894
Department of Human Genetics
The University of Chicago
920 East 58th Street, CLSC 507
Chicago, IL 60637
http://www.genes.uchicago.edu
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Software Engineer, Harvard Medical School
Harvard Medical School is currently looking for a motivated Software
Engineer who is interested in applying their skills to questions in
medicine and biology.
Responsibilities include: Programming and developing novel methods for
identifying genes causing human disease, and detecting regions of the
human genome affected by natural selection; Writing professional-quality
computer code to implement these approaches, running the code on data,
maintaining and developing the code, and distributing the code for use
by scientists at other laboratories. A typical assignment might be to
run software that personnel in the laboratory have written, using it to
search for genes that contribute to disease risk in African American and
Latino and South Asian populations. Another assignment might be to work
with personnel in the laboratory to analyze data that shows how human
populations are historically related to each other. This is a grant
funded position through 8/31/2009 with the possibility of renewal.
Basic qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related
field and 5 years of related experience with 2-5 of those years in
software development experience. Relevant graduate work may count
towards experience. Additional requirements: The successful applicant
should be fluent in programming C and PERL and familiar with UNIX. Some
background in statistics and probability theory, or physical or
engineering sciences, is important. No previous experience with biology
is necessary. This position is suitable for a candidate who is
interested in making a career transition into computational biology.
If you are interested and qualified for this position, please click here
and apply to requisition # 32312 at: http://jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/search_req
Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background
screening.
Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Professor and Founding Chair, Department of Systems and Computational Biology
The Albert Einstein College of Medicine invites applications and
nominations for the position of Professor and Founding Chair of the
Department of Systems and Computational Biology. The major goal of the
new department will be to advance our understanding of living systems by
developing theoretical, computational and experimental approaches to
reveal the properties and functions of the component parts and the
higher level behavior of complex biological systems. It will have the
infrastructure, authority, responsibility and accountability for
integrating and coordinating research and education.
The new Chair will oversee the development of a full educational and
research program that will nurture medical and graduate students,
post-doctoral fellows and faculty who are expected to have international
impact and add to the overall mission of the College. Einstein boasts a
strong research faculty covering a broad area of experimental biology
offering outstanding opportunities for the development of collaborative
interactions with members of the new department. The opening in late
2007 of the 200,000 square foot Center for Genetic and Translational
Medicine at Einstein offers the potential of locating computational,
systems and experimental scientists in physical proximity,
a prime opportunity to foster interdisciplinary communication and
collaboration.
Einstein offers an extremely interactive environment with numerous,
well-equipped core facilities subsidized by the College
(http://www.aecom.yu.edu/home/shared.asp).
There are currently 750 medical students, 325 graduate students and 360 post-doctoral fellows in training. We seek an outstanding scientist with broad experience and vision for appointment as full professor with tenure. Interested applicants should send a letter of interest and C.V. in electronic format to:
Dr. E. Richard Stanley, Chair,
Systems and Computational Biology Search Committee
Albert Einstein College of Medicine
Jack and Pearl Resnick Campus
1300 Morris Park Avenue, 312 Belfer
Bronx, New York, 10461
Tel: (718) 430-2344
E-mail: rstanley@aecom.yu.edu
We particularly welcome applicants who will add diversity to our academic leadership and faculty. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Postdoctoral Position, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Research and development in the national interest thrive at Lawrence
Livermore National Laboratory. By encouraging a competition of ideas,
instilling respect for individual contributions, and embracing a diverse
and motivated work force, we make breakthroughs that have global impact.
Make history by being a vital part of our future.
A postdoctoral position is available in the Biology and Biotechnology
Division, Genome Biology Group. A successful candidate will join a
research team examining how vertebrate genomes encode transcriptional
regulatory signals. The project will focus on developing novel
transgenic technologies in the frog X.tropicalis to create a high
throughput system for validating tissue-specific enhancer elements
during embyogenesis.
Strong background and experience in developmental biology (mouse, frog,
zebrafish), molecular/cellular biology and characterization of
transgenic and knock-out mice are highly desirable. The position
requires a recent PhD degree.
The salary is commensurable with experience.
LLNL offers a challenging environment and a competitive salary/benefits
package. To view and apply for this job, go to http://jobs.llnl.gov and search by job #
007111. When applying and prompted please mention where you saw this ad.
LLNL is operated by the University of California for the National
Nuclear Security Administration/Department of Energy. We are proud to be
an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to workforce
diversity.
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