UNIVERSITY OF OXFORD
WELLCOME TRUST CENTRE FOR HUMAN GENETICS
4X Post Doctoral Research Scientists in Statistical Genetics
GRADE 8: SALARY £33,779 - £40,335 or depending on qualifications and experience
GRADE 7: £26,666 - £32,796 with an appropriate change of duties
An exciting opportunity has arisen for 4 post doctoral scientists in statistical genetics to work on one of the cutting-edge projects in human genetics in the groups of Professor Peter Donnelly and colleagues, in the second phase of the Wellcome Trust Case Control Consortium (WTCCC), the largest ever study of the genetics of common disease. Post holders will be involved in a combination of the development of novel methods, assessment of experimental designs, and analysis of data generated in the studies. They will specifically work collaboratively on one or several of: CNV association mapping; resequencing; or fine mapping.
Candidates should have a strong background in modern statistics and its application. An existing background in the application of statistics in genetics would be an advantage, but candidates wishing to move into the genetics field are also welcome to apply. Good computational skills are essential and candidates should be able to program in a low level language such as C or C++. Candidates should have a doctorate or equivalent experience in statistics or quantitative genetics. The posts are available for 2-3 years in the first instance and will be funded by the Wellcome Trust.
A detailed job description quoting reference H5-07-058-PD is available from the Personnel Administrator, (email: [log in to unmask], tel: 01865 287508 or from our web page www.well.ox.ac.uk /vacancies). Applications, in the form of a full and detailed CV together with the names and addresses of two referees, should be sent to the Personnel Administrator at the Wellcome Trust Centre for Human Genetics, Roosevelt Drive Oxford, OX3 7BN, or by email to; [log in to unmask], or fax; 01865 287516. Please quote the reference number on your application. The closing date for applications is 16 November 2007.
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