[BioC] Two Computational Biology / Bioinformatics Positions, University of Cambridge, UK

[Krys Kelly]

Two Research Associates

Computational biology / bioinformatics and small RNAs

Department of Plant Sciences, University of Cambridge, UK

Salary: £25,134-£32,796 (rising to £25,888-£33,780 on 1 May 2008)

Limit of tenure: funds are available for two years in the first instance

Professor Baulcombe’s laboratory is at the forefront of research into small
RNAs and their role in regulation and development.  His group is generating
a wealth of data using high throughput sequencing, as well using genetic and
cell biology approaches.  There is a particular interest in developing
methods for the analysis of large databases of siRNAs and miRNAs in
Arabidopsis, Chlamydomonas, tomato and other plants, and for modelling the
behaviour of small RNA systems and their effect on gene silencing at the RNA
and DNA level.

Within the laboratory, Krys Kelly is setting up a computational biology
group, where bench science will be closely linked to computational
approaches.  We are looking for talented individuals who are passionate
about using their quantitative and computational skills to make advances in
biology. One position may suit a biologist with strong programming skills,
the other a statistician, mathematician or computer scientist with a real
interest in biology.

You should have a higher degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, with
strong quantitative and/or programming skills and a good knowledge of
biology.  Individuals with a masters degree in a subject such as
bioinformatics will be considered for a position at the Research Assistant
level.

For further information please see the departmental website at
http://www.plantsci.cam.ac.uk/ and feel free to contact Dr Krys Kelly
(Email: kak28 at cam.ac.uk; Mobile: 07812 891 105).
Further particulars can be requested from Mrs Catherine Butler
(cek31 at cam.ac.uk).  

To apply please send a covering letter, curriculum vitae, a PD18 application
form, and the names and contact details (including email addresses) of 3
referees to Mrs Butler, either by email or by post (Department
Administrator, Department of Plant Sciences, Downing Street, Cambridge, CB2
3EA).

Quote Reference: PD03224

Closing Date: 30th April 2008

The University values diversity and is committed to equality of opportunity.



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Dr Krystyna A Kelly (Krys)

Department of Plant Sciences
University of Cambridge
Downing Street
Cambridge CB2 3EA

Tel:+44 1223 333915
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