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We are looking for an enthusiastic Postdoctoral fellow to join our collaborative project. The Petsalaki group uses network analysis, data integration and machine learning to study human cell signalling.
For this project, which is funded by Open targets, we are collaborating with the Garnett group (Sanger institute) and industry partners such as GSK and Sanofi, to discover combination targets for two types of cancer with unmet need. We have already finished collecting the largest dual CRISPR guide dataset to date comprising 65,000 gene pairs across two tissue types and approximately 50 cell lines. We are therefore at the most exciting time in the project, and are looking to understand principles underpinning successful combination gene pairs in cancer and to discover actionable gene pairs that could have an impact in the clinic.
Your role
For this post the selected fellow will be integrating this unique and exciting data with other omics datasets, performing systems level and network-based analyses to interpret and extract value from the data. They will collaborate with the experimental colleagues at the Sanger institute and with the industry partners for this analysis and to aid in-depth mechanistic follow up studies of selected gene pairs.
They will also be developing an AI-based method (e.g. through graph neural networks) to leverage our unique dataset for the prediction of combination targets beyond the ones measured in our experiments.
Closing date: 24 April 2024
Contract duration: 2 years
Grading: Stipend Year 1 (Monthly Rate of £3,165 after tax)
Reference number: EBI02233
You have
A PhD in bioinformatics, statistics or related discipline.
Extensive experience in python or R programming, network analysis, bioinformatics
Excellent communication and collaborative skills
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Familiarity working with CRISPR data
Experience in AI/machine learning
Why join us
Do something meaningful
At EMBL-EBI you can apply your talent and passion to accelerate science and tackle some of humankind's greatest challenges. EMBL-EBI, part of the European Molecular Biology Laboratory, is a worldwide leader in the storage, analysis and dissemination of large biological datasets. We provide the global research community with access to publicly available databases and tools which are crucial for the advancement of healthcare, food security, and biodiversity.
Join a culture of innovation
We are located on the Wellcome Genome Campus, alongside other prominent research and biotech organisations, and surrounded by beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside. This is a highly collaborative and inclusive community where our employees enjoy a relaxed atmosphere. We are committed to ensuring our employees feel valued, supported and empowered to reach their professional potential.
Enjoy lots of benefits:
Financial incentives: Monthly family and child allowances, generous stipend reviewed yearly, pension scheme, death benefit, long-term care, accident-at-work and unemployment insurances
Flexible working arrangements, including spending 3 days per week in the office
Private medical insurance for you and your immediate family (including all prescriptions and generous dental & optical cover)
Generous time off: 30 days annual leave per year, in addition to eight bank holidays
Relocation package including installation grant (if required)
Campus life: Free shuttle bus to and from work, on-site library, subsidised on-site gym and cafeteria, casual dress code, extensive sports and social club activities (on campus and remotely)
Family benefits: On-site nursery, 10 days of child sick leave, generous parental leave, holiday clubs on campus and monthly family and child allowances
Benefits for non-UK residents: Visa exemption and financial support to relocate if you are based overseas. .
For more details please see our employee benefits page.
Working at EMBL-EBI
Join our diverse team and help power the next generation of discoveries in the life sciences.
"Environment matters a lot more than you think. I picked my supervisors primarily based on the research coming out of their groups. I didn’t expect that they would also turn out to be amazing mentors."
Sara Saheb Kashaf, PhD student
What else you need to know
Contract duration: This position is a 2 year project based contract
International applicants: We recruit internationally and successful candidates are offered visa exemptions. Read more on our page for international applicants.
Diversity and inclusion: At EMBL-EBI, we strongly believe that inclusive and diverse teams benefit from higher levels of innovation and creative thought. We encourage applications from women, LGBTQ+ and individuals from all nationalities.
EMBL is a signatory of DORA. Find out how we implement best practices in research assessment in our recruitment processes here.
Job location: This role is based in Hinxton, near Cambridge, UK. You will be required to relocate if you are based overseas and you will receive a generous relocation package to support you.
How to apply: To apply please submit a cover letter and a CV through our online system.
