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Ref: RP749-1051
Job description / Role
Applications are invited for a Post-doctoral Fellow in Bioinformatics/Systems Immunology in the Department of Medical Microbiology & Immunology at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, United Arab Emirates University to work in the field of computational genomics and bioinformatics.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the analysis of immunology, oncology, and cancer immunotherapy data using methods from computational and systems biology, including whole genome, RNA-seq, and single-cell DNA/RNA-sequencing data.
Requirements
Applicants should have a Ph.D. degree, preferably in bioinformatics, biomedical sciences, or a related discipline. They should be familiar with UNIX environment, computer and R programming language. They should also be self-motivated, organized, and able to work and manage research projects independently as well as in a team. Preference will be given to those with solid experience in cancer biology, genome biology, and next-generation sequencing analysis.
The applicant should have a PhD in bioinformatics, immunology, or a related discipline. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are also required. Postdoctoral experience and publication in international peer-reviewed journals are desirable.
About the Company
Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.
As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.
UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence.