Research Position in Clinical Bioinformatics and Human Genetics
Job description Dr Zoltán Kutalik (DGM/CHUV) and Dr Brian Stevenson (Vital-IT) are working jointly on comprehensive exome/whole genome sequencing projects in close collaboration with several clinical research groups at the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV). In the framework of this project large-scale sequencing data have been generated for hundreds of well-characterised patients with rare conditions. The aim of these projects is to identify rare genetic variants responsible for different diseases that are uncommon in the general population. The project relies heavily on the computational and analytical human resources of the Vital-IT/Swiss-Prot group of the SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics. This recruitment is part of a long-term development process in our institutions serving the growing demand in the field of Clinical Bioinformatics: Next-generation sequencing will gradually be ! implemented into the daily clinical routine. The position is hosted jointly by the Department of Medical Genetics (DMG) of the University of Lausanne and the SIB Swiss Institute of Bioinformatics, Switzerland. Both departments offer a stimulating, dynamic and international environment with state-of-the-art facilities. For details see: http://www2.unil.ch/cbg/index.php?title=Main_Page Job tasks The key role of the successful candidate is to develop and maintain a full-blown pipeline, from raw data processing to the clinical interpretation of the genetic findings. Such a process requires not only substantial programming efforts, but also good interpersonal and data analysis skills, as primary analysis results will be further interpreted in close collaboration with physicians. We are interested in recruiting talented and motivated individuals with a background in mathematics/physics/statistics/bioinformatics/programming. Candidates should have: outstanding programming skills (C++/Java/Perl and Matlab/R) significant experience with sequence alignment, variant calling, genomic databases documented experience in solving biological problems with computational tools excellent communication and multi-tasking skills excellent command of English and a basic knowledge of French
Zoltán Kutalik
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Job Details
Job title Research Position in Clinical Bioinformatics and Human Genetics
Start Date As soon as possible
Application deadline 15 January 2012
Job reference Research Position in Clinical Bioinformatics and Human Genetics
Employement fraction Full-time
City Lausanne Job contact person Zoltán Kutalik |
