Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Genomics and Evolutionary Dynamics

The Institute of Cancer Research; London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institute seeks a Postdoctoral Training Fellow to advance their work in computational analysis of colorectal cancer. The role involves researching evolutionary dynamics and performing advanced bioinformatics on extensive datasets, contributing to innovative cancer treatments and improved patient care.

Benefits

Dynamic and supportive research environment

Access to state-of-the-art facilities

Professional development opportunities

Collaboration with leading researchers

Competitive salary and pension

Qualifications

• PhD candidate in computational biology or related field with experience in cancer research.
• Demonstrated ability in computational analysis and advanced coding in bioinformatics.
• Research experience in precision oncology.

Responsibilities

• Conduct computational analyses on multi-omic datasets related to colorectal cancer.
• Research on evolutionary dynamics of cancer development and treatment responses.

Skills

Advanced bioinformatics analysis of cancer genomes

Writing efficient computer code

Interpreting scientific literature

Education

PhD in computational or mathematical biology

Undergraduate degree in biological or quantitative subject

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Postdoctoral Training Fellow - Genomics and Evolutionary Dynamics, Sutton

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Client:

The Institute of Cancer Research

Location:

Sutton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

29.06.2025

Expiry Date:

13.08.2025

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Job Description:

Under the guidance of Professor Trevor Graham, we are seeking to recruit a Postdoctoral Training Fellow to contribute to computational analysis of multi-omic datasets from colorectal cancer. The principal duty of the post will be to undertake research into the evolutionary dynamics that underpin colorectal cancer development and response to treatment. The post holder will perform computational analyses of data existing or produced within the laboratory, together with the analyses of public datasets.

About you The successful candidate must have:

• A PhD in computational or mathematical biology, ideally applied to cancer.
• Undergraduate degree in biological or quantitative subject.
• Ability to perform advanced bioinformatics analysis of cancer genomes.
• Ability to write efficient computer code.
• Research experience of computational genomics for precision oncology.
• Ability to interpret the scientific literature and incorporate this into the project.

Candidates who are nearing completion of their PhD may apply, but confirmation on awarded PhD is required within 6 months of employment. The ICR has workforce agreements stating that Postdoctoral Training Fellows can only be employed for up to 7 years as PDT at the ICR, providing total postdoctoral experience (including previous employment at this level elsewhere) does not exceed 7 years. For more information on Postdocs at The ICR, more information can be found here. Department/Directorate Information The Centre for Evolution and Cancer (CEC), within the Division of Cancer Biology, is a multidisciplinary centre, comprising around 50 staff dedicated to understanding cancer evolution and leveraging this knowledge for translational benefit. Our interests span early detection through to treatment of metastatic disease. The CEC brings together expertise in evolutionary theory, computational biology, and bioinformatics with cutting-edge research ability in cell and molecular biology to provide a stimulating and creative interdisciplinary environment where new approaches to tackling cancer can thrive.

About our team The Genomics and Evolutionary Dynamics team combines molecular and cellular biology with mathematical and computational modeling to study the evolution of malignancy. We focus on early detection in the gastrointestinal tract, colorectal cancer evolution and treatment response, and pan-cancer genomics. We perform basic research into the biology of the human body in health and disease and translate our findings to improve clinical care of patients affected by cancer.What we offer:

• A dynamic and supportive research environment
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and professional development opportunities
• Collaboration with leading researchers in the field
• Competitive salary and pension