12-Month Postdoctoral Primate Genomics Researcher

Liverpool John Moores University; West Kirby; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

Induction and development support

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Liverpool John Moores University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Primate Genomics funded for 12 months. The role focuses on understanding genetic diversity and history of Barbary macaques, with duties including DNA extraction from biobank samples and building an interactive database of macaque individuals and their genetic relationships.

Applicants should have a PhD and experience in conservation and population genomics, with preference for primate samples and data.

Qualifications

• PhD in Genetics, Genomics, Primatology or related field.
• Experience in conservation and population genomics.
• Direct experience with primate samples and data is preferred.
• Strong bioinformatics and statistical analysis skills (R/Python).

Responsibilities

• Extract DNA from biobank hair, blood, tissue and faecal samples.
• Produce an interactive database of macaque individuals and their genetic relationships.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Population genomics

Primate samples handling

Statistical analyses (R/Python)

Data management

Education

PhD in a relevant field (e.g., genetics, genomics, primatology)

Tools

R

Python

Genomic data analysis tools

Job description

Liverpool John Moores University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Primate Genomics funded for 12 months. The role focuses on understanding genetic diversity and history of Barbary macaques, with duties including DNA extraction from biobank samples and building an interactive database of macaque individuals and their genetic relationships.

Applicants should have a PhD and experience in conservation and population genomics, with preference for primate samples and data.