Job opening: PhD / postdoc position in computational science and phylogenetics
A PhD studentship (3 years) or a postdoc position (1.5 years) is available at the Applied Computational Genomics Team of Maria Anisimova, Institute of Applied Simulations, at Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW) in Wädenswil. The research project will focus on predicting optimally binding configurations of protein repeats using phylogenetics and computational prediction.
The research group has a wide-ranging expertise in computational biology and is an active member of the Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, providing further training and networking opportunities.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in computational science, including computational statistics, algorithmics, statistical estimation procedures, and computational prediction. Fluency in programming is required. Previous knowledge in phylogenetics is a plus but is not essential. The candidate is expected to develop a background in phylogenetics and molecular evolution.
We are looking for an individual with an MSc /PhD degree or equivalent, who is highly self-motivated and can work independently. The working language in the team is English. German skills, although helpful for day-to-day life, are not essential. Ideally, the candidate would be able to start on the 1st of March 2016, but can commence earlier.
To be considered, please send a single (!) PDF file merged from the following parts to Dr. Maria Anisimova: CV including publication list (if available), a scanned academic transcript (list of grades in university courses), a motivation statement not exceeding two pages, and three references. Please include «REPEAT2016» in the subject line of your email. Candidates will be considered until the position is filled, so early applications are recommended.