Institute of Genetics, University of Nottingham
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Research Associate in infectious disease population biology & genetics
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Applications are invited for a 4 year post-doctoral research
appointment in the Institute of Genetics. The post is funded by a
Howard Hughes Medical Institute International Research Scholarship
held by Dr Neil Ferguson.
The project aims to develop robust techniques for analysing
heterogeneous infectious disease data using dynamical mathematical
models, and to apply these to predict patterns of disease evolution
and spread and to evaluate the impact of control and treatment
programmes. A theoretical focus of the research will be to develop
techniques allowing parameter estimation for non-linear stochastic
models, while an applied goal will be the construction of transmission
models for antigenically variable pathogens (e.g. influenza, HIV) that
incorporate realistic population genetics.
Candidates must have a strong mathematical or statistical background
(e.g. PhD in mathematics, statistics, physics, theoretical biology),
programming skills, and an interest in infectious disease biology.
Relevant biomedical research experience would be an advantage.
Candidates should be able to work independently, but as part of a
larger interdisciplinary research team. The ability to travel and good
communication skills are also essential.
Salary will be within the range £16,775 - £21,435 per annum, depending
on qualifications and experience.
Informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr N Ferguson, tel: 0115 970
9405 or Email: [log in to unmask] Candidates should send
a detailed CV, together with the names and addresses of two referees,
to Dr N Ferguson, Institute of Genetics, Queen's Medical Centre,
Nottingham, NG7 2UH.
Closing date: 5 January 2001.
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