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(Senior) Scientist (m/f/d)

Karl-Franzens-University Graz
10 Jan 2024

Job Information

Organisation/Company
Karl-Franzens-University Graz
Department
Department of Molecular Biosciences
Research Field
Biological sciences
Researcher Profile
Established Researcher (R3)
Country
Austria
Application Deadline
Type of Contract
Temporary
Job Status
Full-time
Hours Per Week
40
Offer Starting Date
Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?
Not funded by an EU programme
Reference Number
647 / 2023 / 711
Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?
No

Offer Description

We Offer

  • Meaning: We offer meaningful work for the world of tomorrow.
  • Our internal continuing education program is as colorful as the university itself.
  • Collaboration: With us, you'll find interdisciplinary, cross-professional opportunities to work together.
  • Benefits: Of course, there are all the usual benefits, from A  "access to healthcare services" to Z "Zero emission goal".
  • Diversity: Besides our various scientific fields and their related issius, we offer a working environment in which diversity is lived.
  • Flexibility: We demonstrate flexibility not only with the various working time models but also trough the offers for the compatibility of family and career.

We offer an annual gross salary of at least € 60,926.60 for a fulltime position. An overpayment based on qualification and experience is possible.

The University of Graz strives to increase the proportion of women in particular in management and faculty positions and therefore encourages qualified women to apply. In the event of underrepresentation, women with equal qualifications are generally given priority for admission. Especially with regard to academic staff, we welcome applications from persons with disabilities who meet the requirements of the advertised position.

 

Please note that in order to comply with the applicable data protection regulations, we can only accept applications via our web-based applicant tool for this vacant position.

About us

At the University of Graz, 4700 employees work together on future questions and solutions for the world of tomorrow. Our students and researchers face the great challenges of society and carry the knowledge out. We work for tomorrow. Become part of it!

Contact

Lukas Pein MSc BSc 

Lukas.pein@uni-graz.at

Requirements

Research Field
Biological sciences
Education Level
PhD or equivalent
Skills/Qualifications
  • Completed doctorate in biostatistics, bioinformatics, molecular biology, or a related field
  • Extensive experience in applying statistical methods in the life sciences
  • Strong expertise in the analysis of NGS (Next-Generation Sequencing) data, including genomics and transcriptomics
  • Experience working with large datasets and knowledge of data processing and analysis
  • Experience in interdisciplinary collaboration and the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly
  • Record of publications in relevant fields
  • Experience in the statistical analysis and visualization of complex data, e.g., using R, Python, or SPSS
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Ability to work independently and manage projects
  • High degree of creativity and innovation
Languages
ENGLISH
Level
Excellent
Research Field
Biological sciences
Years of Research Experience
4 - 10

Additional Information

Eligibility criteria
  • Consultation and support in experimental design (e.g., a priori power analysis), data analysis, and result presentation in various research areas
  • Development and implementation of statistical methods and models for the analysis of data from genomics, metabolomics, transcriptomics, metagenomics, and related fields
  • Bioinformatic support in the preparation of data from genomics, metabolomics, transcriptomics, and metagenomics
  • Collaboration with and training of researchers from different disciplines in the interpretation of complex datasets, especially in the areas of metabolomics, comparative genomics, and ecological studies
  • Guidance of interdisciplinary projects and promotion of collaboration between institutes
  • Conception and implementation of independent research projects and acquisition of the necessary third-party funding (desirable)
  • Involvement in teaching within the curricula of studies, especially in jointly conducted courses in microbiology/molecular biology/biochemistry; biology (Bachelor, Master, Doctorate)
  • Participation in organizational and administrative tasks, as well as in evaluation measures
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Work Location(s)

Number of offers available
1
Company/Institute
Department of Molecular Biosciences
Country
Austria
City
Graz
Postal Code
8010
Street
Halbärthgasse 8

Contact

City
Graz
Website
Street
Halbärthgasse 8
Postal Code
8010