Tuesday, November 4, 2014

Bioinformatics/Genomics Post-doc in the Schaack Lab at Reed College

Bioinformatics/Genomics Post-doc in the Schaack Lab at Reed College

Reed is a highly rigorous undergraduate institution with a strong research
emphasis, which offers a unique training environment for post-docs.
Features include close collaboration with the PIs, the opportunity to work
with talented undergraduates, and the chance to network with other post-docs
in the department and with biologists throughout Portland and the region.
The scientific and intellectual environment at Reed is stimulating and
provides a number of opportunities for interactions (including an excellent
weekly seminar series, journal clubs, and discussion groups).  *The
successful applicant will have the opportunity to participate in a variety
of projects related to the invasion, colonization, and proliferation of
transposable elements in eukaryotic genomes, as well as having the
opportunity to participate in several other sequence analysis-based
projects.

Requirements:  Experience with manipulating and analyzing genomic and
transcriptomic NGS sequence data, programming expertise, and excellent
computational and oral/written communication skills.

Start date is flexible.  Funding is available for 1 year minimum, with the
possibility of renewal for up to 2 additional years based on performance.
Salary will be based on the NIH post-doc pay scale and will be commensurate
with experience.  To apply, submit a cover letter detailing your research
interests, a CV, and contact information for 3 references (with BIONFO
POST-DOC in the subject line) to* schaack@reed.edu *

To receive full consideration, send materials on or before Jan 1, 2015,
however applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

Reed College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Candidates from
underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Sarah Schaack, PhD
Assistant Professor
Reed College
https://sites.google.com/site/schaackwork/

Sarah Schaack

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