Research Scientist in Computational Biology at the University of Zurich (80 - 100%)

Research Scientist in Computational Biology at the University
of Zurich (80 - 100%)

The Payne group seeks a research scientist to work on questions
related to the evolution and robustness of transcription factor
binding sites (see Payne & Wagner, Science, 2014). The overarching aim
of the group is to understand the design constraints, robustness, and
evolution of transcriptional regulation systems, using both
computational modeling and data-driven approaches
(https://sites.google.com/site/joshualevipayne/). We are hosted within
the laboratory of Prof. Andreas Wagner at the University of Zurich
(http://www.ieu.uzh.ch/wagner/).

We seek a creative and self-motivated individual that is well versed
in computation and has a passion for evolutionary biology. This will
be demonstrated via an advanced degree (preferably a Ph.D. in computer
science, physics, biology, or a related field) and a strong
publication record. Fluency in English is required (oral & written); experience 
working on transcriptional regulation and/or with large, noisy datasets is a
plus.

This position is part of an Ambizione Fellowship awarded by the SNF to
Dr. Payne. The duration of the position is two years and the salary is
competitive. The earliest starting date is January 5th, 2015.

Interested parties should email a statement of interest and their CV,
including publication list, as a single PDF to
joshua.payne@ieu.uzh.ch. Please include the names of at least three
references. For full consideration, please apply by October
31st. Evaluation of candidates will begin thereafter and will continue
until the position is filled.

joshua.payne@ieu.uzh.ch