Postdoctoral Scholar, Biochemistry & Molecular Biology

University of Nevada, Reno

Reno, NV, US
Base: competitive + commensurate with education + ...
Bioinformatics analysis of genomic data
Genome assembly and annotation pipelines
Long-read and hi-c sequencing data
The position provides a unique opportunity to work at the interface of plant genomics, metagenome analysis, and computational systems biology in collaboration with national laboratories and USDA research centers

Job Summary

  • The position provides a unique opportunity to work at the interface of plant genomics, metagenome analysis, and computational systems biology in collaboration with national laboratories and USDA research centers.
  • The University of Nevada, Reno offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health insurance, generous leave, fitness center memberships, and dual career assistance programs.
  • The University is a leading public research institution committed to diversity, innovation, and community engagement with a vibrant campus located in Reno, Nevada.

Matching Summary

The position provides a unique opportunity to work at the interface of plant genomics, metagenome analysis, and computational systems biology in collaboration with national laboratories and USDA research centers.

Salary

Base: competitive and commensurate with education and experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: health, dental, vision insurance, leave, life insurance, fitness center memberships

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • bioinformatics analysis of genomic data
  • genome assembly and annotation pipelines
  • long-read and Hi-C sequencing data
  • collaboration with multidisciplinary researchers
  • data visualization and manuscript preparation

Nice-to-have

  • experience with NGS data analysis
  • Linux based HPC environments
  • programming skills in Python or R
  • experience with Git
  • research productivity through publications

Key Requirements

  • PhD in plant biology or related field
  • doctoral degree completed within last five years
  • no prior professional rank positions held

Work Rights

Not specified

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