Postdoctoral Research Fellow to investigate the evolution of multiple
sclerosis risk at the University of Tasmania (UTAS), in Hobart, Australia

We are seeking to appoint a Postdoctoral Research Fellow at the Menzies
Institute for Medical Research (Menzies), part of the College of Health
and Medicine.

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will be involved in NHMRC and MS
Australia funded research. This work uses population genomics to identify
functional variation under selection at loci associated with multiple
sclerosis risk, improving our understanding of the mechanisms underlying
the disease. You will apply statistical and genomics expertise to develop
pipelines to detect balancing selection in the major histocompatibility
(MHC) region of the genome using large population datasets. This position
will offer the opportunity for you to further develop leadership skills
through planning and leading statistical genomics research and support
the training and development of junior research staff and students.

What we're looking for:
+ A PhD or equivalent in statistical genetics, genetic epidemiology, or
  a related field.
+ Experience in the analysis of genomic data including practical
  experience with the use of high performance computing for the analysis
  of genome sequence data, and ideally with a focus on analysing immune
  system genes in the MHC region.
+ Demonstrated skills in bioinformatics relevant programming languages
  such as python, R, or perl.
+ A good record of, and continuing commitment to, research that has
  achieved national recognition and made worthwhile contributions to the
  field of statistical genetics, demonstrated by a record of quality
  publications, presentations at conferences and preferably success in
  securing external competitive and other funding relative to career
  stage and opportunity.
+ A record of contributing to building and maintaining effective and
  productive links locally and nationally with the discipline,
  profession, industry (where relevant) and wider community.
+ Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, as well as to collaborate
  successfully with other researchers/clinicians and be able to
  prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.

This is a full time, 1 year Fixed-Term position based in Hobart, Tasmania,
with part-time hours considered for the right candidate.

Details at:
https://careers.utas.edu.au/cw/en/job/500426/postdoctoral-research-fellow-statistical-population-genomics

Applications close Monday, 25 November 2024, 11.55pm AEDT

Please share with any potential candidates, and contact me for further
information.

Dr Bennet McComish
Senior Research Fellow - Bioinformatics and Human Genetics
Menzies Institute for Medical Research | University of Tasmania
Private Bag 23, Hobart TAS 7000
+61 3 6226 4285 | bennet.mccomish@utas.edu.au

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