Hours per week: 37
Project Title: Computational Modelling of Meiotic Crossover Patterning
Expected/Ideal Start Date: 01 Jun 2025
Months Duration: 36
Interview Date: 12 Mar 2025
Job Description
Main Purpose of the Job
Applications are invited for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the group of Prof Martin Howard in the Department of Computational and Systems Biology at the John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK.
The main purpose of the position is to develop computational models of meiotic crossover patterning, collaborating with the experimental group of Dr Chris Morgan. The models will further develop our understanding of crossover interference, with results of general importance across many organisms.
Key Relationships
Other members of the Howard group, other groups within Computational and Systems Biology at JIC, and other experimental groups at JIC, particularly Chris Morgan's.
Main Activities & Responsibilities
1. Identify, plan, carry out and modify modelling to meet the objectives of the project (50%)
2. Prepare results, reports and manuscripts for publication in leading scientific journals and other relevant media (20%)
3. Disseminate research findings through presentations to various audiences at internal, national and international meetings (10%)
4. Ensure research and record keeping is carried out in accordance with good practice, Scientific Integrity and in compliance with local policies and any legal requirements (5%)
5. Contribute to the smooth running of the group, including the effective use of resources, supervision of visitors to the laboratory and assisting with training others, encouraging scientific excellence (5%)
6. Continually strive for excellence, seeking out and acting on feedback and relevant learning and development opportunities (5%)
7. Any other duties commensurate with the nature of the post, for example, contributing to the work of Institute committees (5%)
Person Profile
Education & Qualifications
* PhD (full award or expected within 6 months) in Theoretical Physics/Bio-Mathematics/Computational Biology (Essential)
* BSc or equivalent in a relevant scientific field (Essential)
Specialist Knowledge & Skills
* Ability to apply techniques from theoretical physics/applied mathematics to biological problems (Essential)
* Strong interest in biological problems (Essential)
* Computer programming experience (e.g. use of computational tools such as MatLab) (Desirable)
* Demonstrable scientific success, with track-record of publications and presentations (Essential)
* Prior experience in biological modelling (Desirable)
Interpersonal & Communication Skills
* Self-motivated, creative and intellectually independent (Essential)
* Good verbal and written communication skills, facilitating interaction with experimentalists (Essential)
* Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders (Essential)
* Excellent time management and organisational skills (Essential)
* Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well as part of a team (Essential)
Additional Requirements
* Available to travel to international meetings and for short visits to collaborating laboratories (Essential)
* Willingness to work outside standard working hours when required (Essential)
* Attention to detail (Essential)
* Promotes equality and values diversity (Essential)
* Willingness to embrace the expected values and behaviours of all staff at the Institute, ensuring it is a great place to work (Essential)
* Able to present a positive image of self and the Institute, promoting both the international reputation and public engagement aims of the Institute (Essential)
Who We Are
The John Innes Centre is an independent, international centre of excellence in plant and microbial genetics, carrying out fundamental and strategic research, to train scientists and making our findings available to society.
Our research makes use of a wide range of disciplines in the biological and chemical sciences including; cell biology, biochemistry, chemistry, genetics and molecular biology.
We pride ourselves on being a welcoming and inclusive working environment for all. We have a diverse and multicultural scientific community and thrive on our European and international links, appointing staff from across the world.
Department
Computational and Systems Biology
The Department of Computational and Systems Biology conducts leading research across a broad range of the biological sciences, with a special focus on spatial problems in plant and microbial research.
The Howard group combines simple, predictive mathematical and biophysical modelling with long-lasting experimental collaborations to dissect biological mechanisms too complex to unravel by experiments alone.
Postdoctoral Researcher
Salary: £36,720 - £44,500 per annum depending on qualifications and experience.
Contract: Full time, 36 months
Location: John Innes Centre, Norwich, UK.
Closing date: 10 February 2025
Reference: 1004815
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