THE INSTITUTE OF CANCER RESEARCH
(University of London)
Sutton, Surrey

SECTION OF CANCER GENETICS
Research Fellow in Statistics/Bioinformatics 

The Molecular and Population Genetics Team is a dynamic and collaborative group at the Institute of Cancer Research, one of the world’s foremost independent cancer research organisations. Our work focuses on the identification and characterisation of inherited sequence changes which influence the risk of cancer. 

We are currently undergoing an exciting transition from analysis of classic genome-wide association studies into large-scale next generation sequencing projects. We are seeking an enthusiastic, self motivated individual to conduct statistical/bioinformatics research within the scope of the group’s ongoing projects.  This will involve developing new methods and frameworks to tackle computational and statistical challenges arising from next generation sequencing.  There will also be opportunities to develop innovative methods to further explore existing datasets.
  
The successful applicant should have a PhD degree in a relevant subject, as well as experience in programming and computational biology. The post-holder will work closely with bioinformaticians, statisticians and molecular biologists within the team as well as conduct independent research.  

Appointment will be on a Fixed Term Contract for 3 years in the first instance, with a starting salary in the range of £30,859 to £32,024 p.a. inclusive, based on previous experience.

Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Professor Richard Houlston ([log in to unmask]). Please note – this address is for enquiries only and CVs must be submitted in line with the instructions below.

To apply please email your CV and covering letter (addressing where you meet the person specification and incl. the names and addresses of two referees), to: [log in to unmask], quoting job reference number B394. For a job description and person specification please visit www.icr.ac.uk.  Alternatively you may call our 24 hour recruitment line on 020 7153 5475.

In a separate email, please send your completed equal opportunities monitoring form http://www.icr.ac.uk/jobs/current_vacancies/4959.doc to the same email address quoting the job reference number above.

Closing date: 	14th November 2010
 

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