Postdoctoral position in Bioinformatics - Vertebrate genetics

Successful candidate will be responsible for the bioinformatic analysis of transcriptome and proteome from selected model veratebrates (birds, mammals). Prior knowledge or a potential to manage bioinformatic analysis of 4-5-4 de novo sequencing is required. Molecular biology skills are also appreciated. Successful candidate will be selected on the basis of published records in international journals with IF that document required skills. The candidates should be able to speak fluent English, however candidates from the Czech
Republic are also eligible if they are able to speak fluent English and write scientific publications in English. Strong communication skills and the ability to interact and co-operate well with other scientists and students in the team are essential.

Description

The aim of the project is to analyze large transcriptome data from promiscuous and monogamous species of birds and mammals to reconstruct potential selective prassures that led to pseudogenization or re-duplication of olfactory and vomeronasal receptors in chemosenzory neurons. This analysis will be preformed along with the analysis of
genes for pheromone transporters from large protein family called lipocalins. 
The applicants should have (i) a recent Ph.D. (the degree obtained no earlier than on 28th of March 2008), (ii) promising publication record and also be able to speak fluent English or Czech.After the initial contact with the group leader Pavel Stopka pstopka@natur.cuni.cz,
please send signed CV and notarized proof of study to: Charles University in Prague, Faculty of Science, Department of HR, Albertov 6, 128 43 Prague 2, Czech Republic. Please sign the envelope with “POSTDOC II”. Alternatively, the documents can be sent to postdoc2@natur.cuni.cz The CV should contain list of publications (including the impact factor and the number of citations) according to Web of Science. The contract will start on 1st of August 2012 or later and will be signed for 30 months. The position is funded by the European Social Fund in the Czech Republic and includes additional funds for the international mobility (up to 6 month). The monthly salary starts at 40 000 CZK.