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From: "Leonardo Murgiano" <lmurgianogmail.com>
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Subject: Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Canine Genetics
Date: Mon, 18 Mar 2024 17:38:46 -0500
A postdoctoral research fellowship position is available to participate in
genomic analyses and molecular studies of inherited diseases in canine
models. While our group puts an emphasis on diseases affecting the retina
and/or central nervous system, we are not limited to these organ systems
and expand into others with every new project and collaboration initiated.
Research areas emphasize pedigree data collection, phenotype ascertainment,
candidate gene analysis, GWAS, low-pass sequencing and imputation, and
next-generation sequencing.
The candidate is required to have experience in either: SNP arrays, GWAS
(including low-pass sequencing and imputation), genetic mapping and
population genetics; or next-generation sequencing data analysis - whole
genome sequencing and variant calling pipelines, RNA-seq and gene
expression. Candidates for this position are expected to have experience in
R and a scripting language, and familiarity with data analysis and
statistical methods. Any background in most techniques used in molecular
biology and genetics is optional but advantageous.
Fellowship length is 2 years with the optional extension of 1 year. The
candidate will join the Sylvia M. Van Sloun Laboratory for Canine Genomic
Analysis and ongoing research group. Stipend level and benefits are based
on the NIH Ruth L. Kirschstein NRSA guidelines
https://grants.nih.gov/...1-049.html.
The University of Pennsylvania is a major research university with very
strong programs in genetics, genomics, and gene therapy. Resources
available to the training program include but are not limited to: solid
multi-departmental and multi-faculty programs of collaboration and research
and training. Our aim is to integrate an environment of molecular and
computational biology researchers that rewards initiative and curiosity
toward structural and population genetics of the model organism. Computing
services the Postdoc will utilize include the High-performance Computer
Cluster of the Perelman School of Medicine. The system is managed by Penn
Medicine Academic Computing Services, the central IS/IT department for the
Penn Med (https://www.med.upenn.edu/hpc/penn-hpc.html).
Requirements: Ph.D, DVM or MD; candidates with experience in genomic
approaches for genetic variants mapping and discovery, high-throughput
sequencing and analysis will be prioritized. A background in molecular
biology techniques will be valued but is less of a priority compared to
knowledge in coding and data analysis.
For more information on the program or to apply please email Dr. Leonardo
Murgiano (leomurvet.upenn.edu). Applicants should provide a letter of
intent, curriculum vitae, and the name and contact information of 3
references.
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