AgBS - Post-Doctoral in Genomics and Bioinformatics
Job Title: Post-Doctoral position
Area of specialization: Genomics, Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics.
Job/Project description:
The AgroBioSciences Program (AgBS) at the Mohammed VI Polytechnic University is seeking a post-doctoral fellow in Genomics and Bioinformatics. We are looking for a postdoctoral to perform generate data in Morocco and Africa related to rhizobia genomic characterization, distribution, diversity, and transmission mechanisms between rhizobia and hostel plants.
Main responsibilities:
- Conduct research as part of the project team.
- Identification of the isolated strains using 16s RNA and ITS
- Conduct the whole-genome sequencing experiment of the selected strains.
- Conduct taxonomy characterization and analysis of selected isolates.
- Conduct Bioinformatics analysis related to the generated data.
- Co-supervise master and doctoral student.
- Publish results in high impact factor journals.
Education, qualifications, and experience
- Ph.D. in Genomics, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics or equivalent Expertise in bioinformatics pipelines (Illumina, MiseQ, Sanger, etc) Taxonomy analysis, diversity, genotyping, etc.
- Hands on 16s RNA and ITS sequencing data analysis
- Publication record in the field
- Excellent spoken and written English is a requirement.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. High motivation and interest in scientific work
Applications and selection procedure:
Application folder must contain:
- Cover letter indicating the position applied for and the main research interests. Detailed CV.
- Brief research statement.
- Contact information of 2 references
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