"POSTDOC POSITION in Computational Cancer Genomics"

Department: Karla Plevová Research Group: Genomics of Immune Cells – Faculty of Medicine

Deadline: 31 Jan 2026

Start date: July 2026 or upon agreement

Job type: full-time

Job field: Science and research

The Medical Faculty of Masaryk University, Brno, Czech Republic invites excellent scientists to apply for a two-year POSTDOC POSITION in Computational Cancer Genomics

Description:

The position is advertised for the Research Group of Karla Plevova – Genomics of Immune Cells, an interdisciplinary team of biologists and bioinformaticians exploring the complexity of the human genome, with a special focus on immune cells and hematological malignancies. We aim to understand how changes in genome structure and regulation contribute to the development and progression of leukemia. Our new teammate will be involved in exploring genomic data generated on primary leukemic samples, using computational methods. We are interested in specific features resulting from chromosome (re)organization and their functional impact. The selected candidate will work mainly with sequencing results, including data from long-read sequencing, chromatin conformation, and accessibility, toward data integration and interpretation.

The successful candidate should:

• Hold a Ph.D. or its equivalent, awarded within the past 7 years, AND have worked in research for at least 2 years of work, within the last 3 years, outside the Czech Republic (with a workload equivalent to at least 0.5 full-time employment)
• Alternatively, hold a Ph.D. diploma (or equivalent) from an international institution awarded within the past 3 years
• Demonstrate a publication record that includes a minimum of three research outputs (articles) within the past three years, surpassing the field's median standards, with at least two of them ranked in Q1 according to Web of Science.

Specific qualifications include:

• Enthusiasm for genomics-oriented research.
• Proficient programming skills, experience in sequencing data analysis and mining.
• A robust knowledge of human genetics and genomics, with emphasis on cancer cell features, will be greatly advantageous.
• Exceptional communication abilities and a collaborative spirit.
• Strong organizational skills and sense for data management.

Include these in your application:

• A comprehensive CV detailing your publication history.
• A copy of your PhD diploma.
• Contact information for two referees who can provide insights into your qualifications.
• A brief but substantive description of your research focus and the specific topic you intend to investigate. Justify the relevance of this research within the field.
• Submission of documents validating that you have accumulated a minimum of two full years of work experience outside the Czech Republic within the past three years, and/or proof of a Ph.D. diploma from a foreign institution.

We offer:

• Access to high-performance computational resources.
• Access to Core Facilities and state-of-the-art facilities, including advanced imaging and sequencing technologies.
• An exceptionally competitive salary, commensurate with the applicant's skills and proficiency.
• An enticing position within a rapidly evolving university precinct.
• A range of diverse and stimulating responsibilities within an outstanding research environment.
• An initial two-year appointment.
• The opportunity to collaborate with a professional team in a comfortable work environment.
• Interaction with renowned scientists within an inspiring, globally-connected setting.
• A dedicated welcome service tailored to the needs of the successful candidate and their family.

Anticipated start date: The position is available from July 2026 or upon agreement

The submission deadline is 31st January 2026

Please submit an e-application.

For more information, please contact Martina Vrablikova by e-mail vrablikova@med.muni.cz.

The assessment of applications will begin promptly upon the deadline's closure. Candidates who make the shortlist will receive invitations for interviews within one month following the application deadline.