Postdoctoral Scientist in Genomics | Postdoctoral scientist (f/m/d)
Leibniz-Institut für Pflanzen- genetik und Kulturpflanzen- forschung (IPK)
Job Summary
This role is for a Postdoctoral Scientist to join the Genomics of Genetic Resources research group, focusing on small grain cereal genome analysis, including structural, comparative, and epigenomics, often utilizing pan-genome datasets. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) for chromosome scale assembly using advanced technologies like PACBIO Hifi, Kinnex, and Hi-C, conducting comparative genomics and gene functional analysis, and collaborating closely with the central NGS facility. Key requirements include a PhD in Biology or equivalent, a strong background in genetics and genomics, and experience with NGS methods. The position also involves project management, reporting, and publishing, offering a fixed-term, full-time contract in a world-class, international research environment.
Required Skills
Education
PhD in Biology or equivalent
Experience
- Strong experimental (wet-lab) and theoretical background in genetics, molecular genetics, and genomics
- Experience with Next Generation Sequencing methods
- Professional experience in comparative genomics analysis and gene functional analysis
- Experience with R and Linux in a cluster environment (advantageous)
Languages
Additional
- Fixed-term contract for 3 years; Foreign qualifications must undergo an equivalence test in Germany (subject to fee).
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