Postdoctoral Genomics Researcher: Gain-of-Function Evolution

University of Oxford; Oxford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

38 days annual leave

Childcare services

Family leave schemes

Social and sports clubs

Transport discounts

Job summary

University of Oxford invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term post in Biochemistry, to work on inferring selection patterns related to gain-of-function mutations. The role reports to a senior professor and requires leading publications and mentoring junior researchers.

The post is funded for up to 20 months, with salary determined by qualifications and funding availability. 37.5 hours per week in Oxford, UK. Interdisciplinary collaboration and career development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• PhD/DPhil in population genetics or related field with strong genomics experience.
• Ability to manage independent research and contribute to publications and presentations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out research on inferring selection patterns related to gain-of-function mutations.
• Provide guidance to junior team members including postdocs, research assistants and PhD students.

Skills

Population genomics

Population genetic modelling

Genome-wide analysis

Education

PhD/DPhil in population genetics or related field

Job description

University of Oxford invites applications for a full-time, fixed-term post in Biochemistry, to work on inferring selection patterns related to gain-of-function mutations. The role reports to a senior professor and requires leading publications and mentoring junior researchers.

The post is funded for up to 20 months, with salary determined by qualifications and funding availability. 37.5 hours per week in Oxford, UK. Interdisciplinary collaboration and career development opportunities are offered.