Research Scientist (Bioinformatics/Genomic Epidemiology)

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QIB provides a vibrant and exciting setting composed of multiple research teams working on microbial genomics, molecular epidemiology, microbial communities and food science. We offer the chance to work with world leading, cutting edge technologies both in IT and computational biology and give you the opportunity to broaden your skills using open source technologies within a bioinformatics context. You will gain experience of working with Big Data, cloud computing, and have the opportunity to publish excellent science in leading peer-reviewed journals.

Background

The post holder will join a project funded by the Medical Research Council through a Joint Programming Initiative on Antimicrobial Resistance international consortium project aiming to understand the transmission of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) at the genome, bacterium, national and international levels. This research is highly topical and relevant to both human and animal health. The work will be conducted within a One Health framework, consistent with research recommended by several international policy reviews, including the Food and Agriculture Organization, the World Organisation for Animal Health, and the World Health Organization.

The focus of the research is on extended-spectrum cephalosporin (ESC) resistance in Enterobacteriaceae, including extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs), comparing bacteria, host populations (humans and domestic animals) and countries. Collaborators on this project are from Canada, France, Germany and the UK.

The Role

• Analyse a dataset of >2,500 sequenced bacterial genomes.
• Contribute to the preparation of written reports and research publications.
• Present research findings at project meetings, scientific conferences and outreach/translation events.
• Contribute to the smooth running of the group, including effective use of resources, supervision of visitors, and assisting with training others.

The Ideal Candidate

• MSc or PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology or a related quantitative discipline.
• Experience working with large collections of next generation sequencing data.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills, ability to work independently, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information

Salary on appointment will be within the range £31,250 to £38,100 per annum depending on qualifications and experience. This is a full time post until 30th September 2020.

Further information and details of how to apply can be found here, or contact the Human Resources team on [contact hidden] or [contact hidden] quoting reference 1003595.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sectors of society. As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to offer an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for this vacancy.

The closing date for applications will be 27 February 2019.