Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Biology

Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Biology

Stockholm University

Stockholm, Sweden

Project description

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher with an interest in algorithms for large-scale sequence analysis and computational genomics. The position offers flexibility: while we have ongoing projects focused on SV detection, lrRNA-seq processing, and various read mapping applications, such as in metagenomics, we are also very open to discussing and developing research ideas proposed by the candidate. Applicants are encouraged to outline their own research vision and how it could complement or extend our current work.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to shape the research direction, contribute methodologically and computationally, and collaborate across algorithm development and real-world biological data analysis in an international research environment. We seek candidates with a strong computer science, mathematics, statistics, or bioinformatics background and strong programming skills. Previous knowledge or experience working with biological sequencing data is beneficial.

Main responsibilities

This interdisciplinary project combines algorithm design, high-performance computing, software development, and analysis of both simulated and real biological data. The candidate will work at the interface of bioinformatics, data structures, and biological research. While the primary emphasis is methodological and computational, the employee is expected to acquire sufficient molecular biology knowledge to engage effectively in the interdisciplinary research environment.

Qualification requirements

In order to qualify for a Postdoctoral position, applicants are required to hold a Swedish doctoral degree or an equivalent relevant degree from another country. The degree must have been completed no later than when the employment decision is made.