Bioinformatician for plant genetics and genomics lab

Applications are invited for a 3-year bioinformatician position in the field of legume genetics and genomics at the Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, Aarhus University, Denmark.
 

Expected start date and duration of employment

This is a 3–year position from 01.04.2024.
 

Job description

The work will focus on handling, organising and analysing biological data generated by a leading research group in legume genetics and genomics with well-established basic and applied research programs led by  Prof. Stig Uggerhøj Andersen https://mbg.au.dk/forskning/forskningsomraader/plantemolekylaerbiologi/stig-uggerhoej-andersen.

Datasets will include high-throughput sequencing data from genomes, transcriptomes and microbiomes as well as proteomics and metabolomics data. The analyses will include multi-omics data integration, quantitative genetics, statistics, genome assembly and annotation and machine learning.


Your profile

You have documented experience with bioinformatic data analysis of large and complex datasets using custom scripts and high-performance compute clusters. You are proficient in programming in commonly used languages including python, R and mysql.
You are fluent in written and spoken English and are able to communicate clearly with both experimental scientists and other data analysts.
Experience with plant genomics and microbiome data analysis is an advantage.
 

Who we are

You will be part of a dynamic environment at the Section for Plant Molecular Biology, Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics, where work is focused on the study of legumes. The research environment is cross-disciplinary with PIs specialized in bioinformatics, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular biology and genetics.
 

What we offer

The Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics offers:

• a well-developed research infrastructure, laboratories and access to shared equipment
• an exciting interdisciplinary environment with many national, international and industrial collaborators
• a research climate encouraging lively, open and critical discussion within and across different fields of research
• a work environment with close working relationships, networking and social activities
• a workplace characterised by professionalism, equality and a healthy work-life balance.

Aarhus is the second largest city in Denmark with top museums and dining available in a relaxed atmosphere (https://www.visitaarhus.com). The campus is located within walking distance of the city center, providing easy student access to all the city has to offer.
 

Place of work and area of employment

The place of work is Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus C, Denmark, and the area of employment is Aarhus University with related departments. 
 

Contact information

For further information, please contact: Professor Stig U. Andersen, sua@mbg.au.dk.
 

Deadline

Applications must be received no later than October 10th 2023.
 


Formalities and salary range

Salary and terms as agreed between the Danish Ministry of Taxation and the Confederation of Professional Unions.

Aarhus University’s ambition is to be an attractive and inspiring workplace for all and to foster a culture in which each individual has opportunities to thrive, achieve and develop. We view equality and diversity as assets, and we welcome all applicants.

The application must be submitted via Aarhus University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aarhus University's website.

 


Aarhus University

Aarhus University is an academically diverse and research-intensive university with a strong commitment to high-quality research and education and the development of society nationally and globally. The university offers an inspiring research and teaching environment to its 38,000 students (FTEs) and 8,300 employees, and has an annual revenues of EUR 935 million. Learn more at www.international.au.dk/