Environmental Genome Centre Experimental Officer
Fixed term for 12 months in the first instance, potential for extension
Salary is from £28,132 to £38,907
An Experimental Officer (Project Scientist) position is available
for experts in Next-Generation-Sequencing, Genomics and ideally
Laboratory Automation, who will oversee the day-to-day operations of
a new environmental genomics centre at the University of Birmingham,
School of Biosciences. We are seeking prospective candidates who have
demonstrated skills in molecular biology or biochemistry, project design,
data management and analysis.
The successful candidate will work within a vibrant, interdisciplinary,
research team that uses high-throughput genomics technologies to study
environmental effects on genomic structures and gene functions, and to
understand how natural populations adapt to cope with environmental
challenges, including chemical contaminants (pollutants) and climate
change. Specifically, the Experimental Officer will develop and adapt
new techniques in genomics to promote this line of research, allowing
the routine processing of thousands of samples for sequencing and
gene expression profiling. This job also involves collaborating with
investigators, writing laboratory protocols, supervising 4-5 laboratory
personnel, contributing to research publication and grant writing efforts,
training students and postdocs in molecular biology, genomics, and in
operating robots. Strong organizational, record keeping, oral and written
communication skills – coupled with the ability to work independently
and cooperatively – are required. Overall, the hired applicant will
benefit from the academic life of the School and will gain experience
at mentoring early career scientists in the lab.
Applicants can hold a PhD in genomics, molecular biology, biochemistry,
systems engineering or related disciplines; or have in-depth laboratory
experience in performing experiments involving next-generation sequencing,
managing and analyzing genomics data.
Post is available NOW
To download the details and submit an electronic application online
visit: www.hr.bham.ac.uk/jobs
Closing date: 30 June 2014 Reference: 47468
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