23 Oct
United Arab Emirates University
Al Ain
Job Description
The Khalifa Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology is seeking a highly motivated and innovative Assistant Research Professor in Bioinformatics and Population Genetics. The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research in genetic engineering, focusing on population genetics, evolutionary biology, and bioinformatics methodologies.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Population Genetics, Genomics, or a related field.
- Proven experience in bioinformatics analysis, particularly in population genetics or evolutionary studies.
- Proficiency in programming languages such as R, Python, or Perl, and familiarity with bioinformatics tools and databases.
- Strong understanding of statistical genetics, evolutionary theory, and relevant methodologies.
- Excellent communication skills, with a track record of publishing research and presenting findings.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
- Experience in mentoring students or junior researchers is preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Same as minimum qualifications.
Expected Skills:
- Conduct independent and collaborative research in bioinformatics and population genetics, contributing to the center's strategic research goals.
- Develop and implement bioinformatic tools and pipelines for analyzing genomic data, including next-generation sequencing (NGS) data.
- Analyze genetic variation within and between populations, applying statistical methods to interpret population structure, gene flow, and evolutionary dynamics.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to integrate bioinformatics with experimental research in genetics and biotechnology.
- Mentor graduate students and junior researchers, providing guidance in research methodologies, data analysis, and scientific writing.
- Publish research findings in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and present at national and international conferences.
- Seek external funding through grant proposals to support research initiatives and laboratory projects.
- Participate in the development of educational materials and teaching opportunities related to bioinformatics and population genetics.
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
1. A cover letter detailing research interests and experience.
2.
A current curriculum vitae.
Close Date: Kindly apply before the closing date.
31/10/2024#J-18808-Ljbffr
▶️ Research Assistant Professor in Bioinformatics and Population Genetics
🖊️ United Arab Emirates University
📍 Al Ain