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Postdoctoral researcher position: bioinformatic analyses of single cell and population genome data from uncultured bacterial and archaeal lineages

WHERE: The University of Queensland (UQ; Australia)

OVERVIEW: We are currently seeking a postdoctoral researcher to work with Prof Phil Hugenholtz (UQ) for bioinformatic and phylogenetic analyses of single cell and population genome data obtained from representatives of uncultured microbial lineages.

DESCRIPTION: A candidate is sought to fill a key position in an ARC Discovery project entitled “Toward a complete view of life on Earth via single cell genomics”. Our goal is to obtain draft genomes from sorted single cells or populations from major microbial lineages not currently represented by genome sequences and perform a comparative metabolic and evolutionary analysis of the sequence data. For context, approximately two thirds of the currently recognized microbial tree of life lack representative genomes. Sequencing targets will be coordinated with similar efforts by US collaborators at the DOE Joint Genome Insitute to maximise efficiency.

REQUIREMENTS: The applicant should hold a PhD in comparative microbial genomics including metabolic and evolutionary reconstruction, or a closely related subject area. Experience with a scripting language and familiarity with web development frameworks, and a comprehensive understanding of microbial metabolism are essential. Experience with computational handling (quality control, assembly, annotation) of large sequence datasets is desirable. The applicant should have the ability to plan, execute and interpret experiments independently; the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues; high level inter-personal and communication skills; and aptitude for research as demonstrated by publications in high quality international journals.

TERMS & COMPENSATION: This is a full-time, fixed term appointment for 3 years at Research Academic Level A. The remuneration package will be in the range of $67,958 to $72,949 p.a., plus employer superannuation contributions of 17% (total package will be in the range of $79,510 to $85,350).

For more information and to apply for the position, please visit this UQ jobs advertisement