Postdoctoral Fellow - Genomics

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentorship program

Access to sequencing platforms

Conference opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a passionate Postdoctoral Fellow to join our genomics research team in Tembisa. You will design and conduct high-impact experiments to advance human genetics and disease pathology, using state-of-the-art sequencing technologies and computational analyses.

The role offers opportunities to publish in leading journals, collaborate with renowned researchers, and access advanced resources to drive personalised medicine research and career development.

Qualifications

• PhD in Genetics, Genomics, Molecular Biology or closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience with next-generation sequencing technologies and data analysis pipelines.
• Strong background in statistical analysis and computational biology relevant to genomics.
• Excellent molecular biology laboratory skills and experience with DNA/RNA isolation and manipulation.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement experimental protocols for large-scale genomic studies.
• Perform next-generation sequencing library preparation and data analysis.
• Interpret complex genomic datasets to identify disease-associated genetic variants.
• Collaborate with bioinformaticians and clinicians to integrate multi-omics data.
• Write manuscripts for publication in high-impact scientific journals and present research findings.

Skills

Genomics data analysis

Next-generation sequencing

Statistical analysis

Computational biology

R/Python programming

Laboratory techniques

Education

PhD in Genetics/Genomics/Molecular Biology

Tools

GATK

Bioconductor

R

Python

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Postdoctoral Fellow to join their esteemed scientific research team based in Tembisa . This position focuses on advancing our understanding of human genetics and its role in disease pathology. You will be instrumental in designing and conducting high-impact experiments, utilizing state-of-the-art sequencing technologies and computational analysis tools. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects, publish in leading scientific journals, and collaborate with a renowned group of researchers in the field of genomics and personalized medicine, contributing significantly to the scientific community.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement experimental protocols for large-scale genomic studies.
• Perform next-generation sequencing library preparation and data analysis.
• Interpret complex genomic datasets to identify disease-associated genetic variants.
• Collaborate with bioinformaticians and clinicians to integrate multi-omics data.
• Write manuscripts for publication in high-impact scientific journals and present research findings.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Genetics, Genomics, Molecular Biology, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience with next-generation sequencing technologies and data analysis pipelines.
• Strong background in statistical analysis and computational biology relevant to genomics .
• Excellent molecular biology laboratory skills and experience with DNA/RNA isolation and manipulation.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and collaborate effectively within a research team.

Benefits

• Annual stipend and research allowance.
• Access to advanced genomic sequencing platforms and computational resources in Tembisa .
• Opportunities for professional growth and presenting at international conferences.
• Exposure to a leading research environment focused on cutting-edge genomics .
• Supportive mentorship from senior scientists to foster career development.