Postdoctoral Research Assistant in Comparative Genomics

<div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> <p></p><div>The Kelly lab is looking to recruit three Postdoctoral Research Assistants to contribute to growth and improvement of the OrthoFinder comparative genomics method. &#160;You will conduct research in the field of comparative genomics, specifically in the focus area of improving orthology inference, and the development and improvement of the OrthoFinder algorithm. The successful applicant will write software and use this software to deliver comparative genomic and molecular evolution analyses. You will work independently on their own research projects and will also work as part of a team on collaborative projects that have cross-cutting themes.&#160;</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>We are looking for a diverse cohort of researchers who are driven, curious, and excited to work on a cutting-edge project that is delivering substantial impact across the breadth of the biological sciences. We welcome a diverse range of applicants with a wide range of skills and backgrounds &#8211; you don&#8217;t need to be an expert in comparative genomics or molecular evolution.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The three posts will have slightly different areas of focus and the different roles will suit applicants with different skill sets and expertise.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>One role will focus on improving the usability and accessibility of the method, this would be best suited to those with data analysis, data visualization and web-development skills.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The second role will focus on improving the accuracy of the methods, which would be best suited for applicants with molecular evolution and phylogenic skills.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The third role will focus on expanding the functionality of OrthoFinder, this would best suit applicants who have experience in comparative genomics, molecular evolution, and/or phylogenetic skills.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>If you are interested in a specific area of focus, please highlight that in your application.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>For example, data analysis, data visualization and web-development skills would be particularly welcome for the role in improving the usability and accessibility of the method. Similarly, molecular evolution and phylogenetic skills would be beneficial for post relating to improving accuracy of the methods. Finally, software engineering skills would be useful for the post relating to the improvement of the scalability and performance of the method.&#160;</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>You will hold, or be close to completion of, a PhD/DPhil in a related subject, where software development and data analysis was a critical component of their research, or evidence of relevant experience. There is a possibility to underfill if you instead hold a bachelor&#8217;s degree (or Master&#8217;s) in a related subject.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>Whilst the role is a grade 7 position, we would be willing to consider candidates with potential but less experience who are seeking a development opportunity, for which an initial appointment would be at grade 6 (&#163;32,332 - &#163;37,099 per annum) with the responsibilities adjusted accordingly.&#160;</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The posts are full time and available immediately.</div><br> <div>&#160;</div><br> <div>The closing date for applications is 12.00 noon on Friday 8 December 2023 and interviews are likely to be scheduled for mid-December 2023.</div> </div>