Research Associate in Bioinformatics

Job Description

Khalifa Center for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (KCGEB) in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi has opening for evolutionary computational biologist. A PhD or master’s in biology or a related field is required, and experience in the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, whole genome alignments, and assemblies is preferred.

Requirements

Minimum Qualification
A PhD or master’s in biology or a related field is required, and experience in the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, whole genome alignments, and assemblies is preferred.

Preferred Qualification
A PhD or master’s in biology or a related field is required, and experience in the analysis of next-generation sequencing data, whole genome alignments, and assemblies is preferred.

Expected Skills/Rank/Experience
Candidate should be very familiar with computational biology methods as well as population genomic scientific programming basics. The successful candidate will join a dynamic center where he works in a highly collaborative interdisciplinary environment and will have the opportunity to validate his computational findings in an experimental lab. He will interact with different researcher and require building capacity and strengths in bioinformatics, computational genomics, population genetics.

About the Company

Founded in 1976 by the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, UAEU is a comprehensive, research-intensive university enrolling about 14,000 Emirati and international students. As the UAE’s flagship university, UAEU offers a full range of accredited, high-quality graduate and undergraduate programs through nine Colleges: Business and Economics; Education; Engineering; Food and Agriculture; Humanities and Social Sciences; IT; Law; Medicine and Health Sciences; and Science. With a distinguished international faculty, state-of-the art new campus, and full range of student support services, UAEU offers a living-learning environment that is unmatched in the UAE.

As a research-intensive university of international stature, UAEU works with its partners in industry to provide research solutions to challenges faced by the nation, the region, and the world. The University has established research centers of strategic importance to the country and the region which are advancing knowledge in critical areas ranging from water resources to cancer treatments. UAEU is currently ranked the number one research university in the GCC, number two in the Arab World, and #370 globally.

UAEU’s academic programs have been developed in partnership with employers, so our graduates are in high demand. UAEU alumni hold key positions in industry, commerce, and government throughout the region. Our continuing investments in facilities, services, and staff ensure that UAEU will continue to serve as a model of innovation and excellence.