PostDoc Position in Evolutionary Biology / Comparative Genomics (Lyon, France)
A 18 months post-doc position is available in the Department of
Evolutionary Genetics and Genomics of the “Biometry and Evolutionary
Biology” laboratory (LBBE, CNRS/University Lyon I), France. Research
themes in the lab are focused on multiscale evolutionary questions (from
molecules to communities), with strong emphasis on modeling and computer
science (http://lbbe.univ-lyon1.fr/?lang=en). This double angle results
in a synergy between methodological developments and biological questions.
The post-doc will work with Pr Céline Brochier-Armanet
(http://www.frangun.org/) in the “Bioinformatics and Evolutionary
Genomics” team. The proposed project is part of a large study combining
in silico and wet experimental work focused on the biosynthesis of
atypical lipids in Bacteria. The candidate will play a key role in this
project in conducting comparative genomics and molecular phylogenetic
investigations aiming at deciphering the biosynthesis pathways of these
atypical lipids, as well as their origin and evolution in Bacteria.
The postdoctoral position will start on November 1st, 2014, for a 18
months period. The position is funded by the French Research National
Agency. The salary will depend on professional experience.
Candidates should have:
– a PhD in biology/biochemistry or in bioinformatics
– a good knowledge in bioinformatics, and especially in comparative
genomics and molecular phylogeny
– programming skills
– a good knowledge of current molecular phylogeny tools
– a real interest/knowledge in evolutionary biology
To apply, please send to Pr Céline Brochier-Armanet
(celine.brochier-armanet@univ-lyon1.fr):
1. An application letter including research interests and goals, and
suitability for the proposed research topic.
2. A full CV.
3. Names and contact information of two potential academic references.