Applications are invited for a Research Fellow position at the School of Medicine to work in the field of Human Genetics and Functional Genomics. You will join an exciting research program aiming to define the genetic component of dyslexia and neurodevelopment disorders to gain insight in functionally relevant biological mechanisms. You will be responsible for the analysis of large complex datasets involving high-density genotyping, quantitative phenotypes and functional genomic profiling including high throughput sequencing for transcript quantification (RNA-seq).

We seek a highly motivated individual with experience in the field of complex trait genetics. The ideal applicant will be interested in the genetics of neurodevelopment and have experience in statistical analysis of large datasets, computational genomics, as well as DNA/RNA handling techniques. A PhD in human genetics, bioinformatics, statistical genetics or related disciplines is required.
 
Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Silvia Paracchini (sp58@st-andrews.ac.uk).

Fixed Term Post:  This position is available immediately for 3 years in the first instance.

Interviews will be held:  21 December 2011

Ref No:   SK1085

Closing Date:   30 November 2011 

Further Particulars:  SK1085 FPs.doc

School of Medicine
£29,972 - £35,788 per annum
Start:   as soon as possible
Fixed Term:   3 years in the first instance