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FORESTRY AND AGRICULTURAL BIOTECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
SENIOR RESEARCHER - BIOINFORMATICIAN
PEROMNES POST LEVEL 07


In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.
The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.


RESPONSIBILITIES:
The incumbent will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:

• Providing sustainable bioinformatics support and data management and analysis for the students and research projects overseen by the research leader;
• Performing laboratory-based investigations by undertaking technical and experimental tasks;
• Providing operational, research and administrative laboratory support services for the research group lead by the research leader;
• Co-supervision of postgraduate students working under the supervision of the research leader as well as training and mentorship of visiting scientists and students;
• Contributing to strategic planning regarding data generation and analysis;
• Coordination of research activities between students, staff, internal and external collaborators and service providers.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• MSc in applicable Molecular Biology Field with a minimum of 1 year of applicable experience in:

• Molecular Biology laboratory research;
• Bioinformatics and Genomics research.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Standard molecular biology laboratory techniques;
• Next generation sequence (NGS) data analysis tools, pipelines and algorithms;
• Ability to prepare technical reports related to molecular biology, bioinformatics and genomics research;
• Oral presentation skills;
• Expertise in NGS DNA and RNA sequence data management;
• Project Management skills;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Administrative and management skills;
• Mentorship skills.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Ph D in applicable Molecular Biology field with specialisation in Bioinformatics with experience in the following:

• Bioinformatics research;
• Molecular Biology research;
• Competence in working with NGS data.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments and/or psychometric testing as part of the selection process.
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.
Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za
In applying for this post, please attach:

• Cover letter;
• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 30 October 2024


No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.
ENQUIRIES:
Mr Trishan Moodley: trishan.moodley@up.ac.za for application-related enquiries.
Mr Katlego Moatshe: ktmoatshe@fabi.co.za for post related content.


Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2024, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.
The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.
In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.
All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.
By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.
The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.