Research Associate in Computational Genomics
Publicerad 2025-03-24
Applications are invited for a postdoctoral research position in computational genomics, initially for one year, based in the Functional Gene Control Group (led by Dr Mikhail Spivakov), focusing on the regulatory logic and variation of gene enhancers and enhancer-promoter communication.
The successful candidate will lead the integration and conceptualisation of multimodal genomics data arising from single-cell genomics, population genetics and chromosome conformation capture assays produced in-house and externally using state-of-the-art methodologies and participate in the development of new computational algorithms.
Hold a PhD or a closely related discipline, or equivalent research, industrial or commercial experience. *Candidates who have not yet been officially awarded their PhD will be appointed as a Research Assistant within the salary range £43,003 - £46,297 per annum
The post holder will have a proven track record of genomics research and will receive training in the specific technical and biological aspects of the research project.Ideally, the post holder will have the willingness and track record to apply for personal postdoctoral fellowships to support their extended stay in the lab. A supportive, collaborative, interdisciplinary lab environmentThe opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institutionGrow your career: work closely with the lab head in preparing postdoctoral fellowship applications to support your extended stay in the lab and gain access to Imperial’s sector-leading aspiring to stay in academia or move to industry for their next step Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 39 days off a year and generous pension schemes). Be part of a diverse, inclusive and collaborative work culture with various and resources to support your personal and professional .
