Research Associate Bioinformatics

4 days ago

University of York, United Kingdom University of York Full time

**Department**:
The Department of Archaeology at the University of York is ranked 20th in the world and 5th in the UK in the QS rankings. We are based in both the King’s Manor in the heart of the historic city of York and at Heslington West campus. Our vibrant community consists of over 100 staff and over 600 students, with growing international representation. We carry out international, impact-oriented and interdisciplinary teaching and research of the highest quality through our strong network of partnerships. The student experience is of paramount importance to the Department and we maintain a high level of student satisfaction. Equality, diversity and inclusion are at our core and we promote a collegial environment in which staff and students feel supported and valued. We are proud of our Athena Swan Bronze Award and strive to provide a working environment which allows all staff and students to contribute fully, flourish, and excel.

**Role**:
This role is available on a fixed term basis for up to 30 months.
- Following detailed training, extract ancient DNA from archaeological specimens, prepare high-throughput DNA sequencing libraries and perform targeted enrichment experiments
- Process palaeogenomic datasets using a range of bioinformatic tools
- Following detailed training, integrate ancient DNA data with palaeoenvironmental/palaeoclimatic data to investigate adaptation
- Present at international conferences to diverse audiences
- Lead peer-reviewed papers

**Skills, Experience & Qualification needed**:

- First degree in archaeology, bioinformatics, genetics or other relevant discipline
- PhD in ancient DNA analysis, bioinformatics, genetics, biochemistry and/or a relevant field of archaeological science or equivalent experience
- Knowledge of bioinformatics to engage in high quality research
- Experience analysing genomic datasets with bioinformatic tools

**Interview date**: To be confirmed

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