Research Assistant in Bioinformatics

OFFER DESCRIPTION

We have an open position for a Research Assistant in Bioinformatics with a focus on analyzing high-throughput single-cell transcriptomics/epigenomics data and developing new analytical and scalable computational tools. The candidate should have a background in math and computer sciences. No medical or genomics background is required; just the inclination to acquire such knowledge is a must.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Benefits

1. Part- or full-time employment contract

2. Opportunity to extend to Ph.D. status after defending M.Sc. thesis

3. Opportunity to work in an innovative scientific environment

4. International cooperation with experienced researchers

5. International training at world-leading research institutes

6. Competitive salary (11000 PLN gross/ full time)

Eligibility criteria

Evaluation criteria:

1. Knowledge of bioinformatics, computer science, statistics, and machine learning

2. Prior experience in analyzing high-dimensional data

3. Experience with Python and/or R

4. Familiarity with Unix command-line tools

5. Competences of the candidate with respect to specific tasks in a research project

6. Previous educational/scientific achievements

Required documents:

1. CV (including list of projects)

2. Cover letter

3. Copy of MSc/ PhD diploma

7. Awards and distinctions

Selection process

Successful candidates fulfilling the main eligibility criteria and qualifications will be invited for an interview. Competition results shall be announced no earlier than 31.08.2022.

The International Centre for Translational Eye Research (Institute of Physical Chemistry PAS) is committed to employment equality (esp. European Charter for Researchers and the Code of Conduct for the Recruitment of Researchers) and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates fulfilling the requirements specified in this announcement.

Additional comments

The controller of your personal data is the International Centre for Translational Eye Research with its registered office in Warsaw, NIP: 1080023333 (the “ICTER”). ICTER will process your data for the purpose of carrying out scientific and research activities, providing services and contact with ICTER, on the basis of a contract (in connection with the performance of the contract or in order to take action on your request before the contract is concluded – Article 6, paragraph 1, letter b) of GDPR), the legitimate interest of ICTER (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter f) of the GDPR) and legal provisions (Article 6, paragraph 1, letter c) of the GDPR) – depending on the circumstances.

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REQUIREMENTS

Offer Requirements

REQUIRED EDUCATION LEVEL

Computer science: Master Degree or equivalent
Biological sciences: Master Degree or equivalent
Mathematics: Master Degree or equivalent
Physics: Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

Ph.D./M.Sc degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Physics or related quantitative discipline
Strong background in computer science and math
Background in statistics and machine learning
Experience in analyzing high-dimensional data
Knowledge of bioinformatics tools for analysis of genomics datasets is a strong plus
Experience with python and/or R
Familiarity with Unix command-line tools
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Ability to work independently and interact effectively in an interdisciplinary team
Proficiency in English, both spoken and written

WORK LOCATION(S)

1 position(s) available at

International Centre for Translational Eye Research / Institute of Physical Chemistry, Polish Academy of Sciences, Poland, Mazovian, Warsaw 01-230, Skierniewicka 10A

RESEARCH FIELD