Postdoctoral position in human population genetics and ancient DNA analyses - Hiring in process/Finished, not possible to apply

Postdoctoral position in human population genetics and ancient DNA analyses of African populations

We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Postdoc to spearhead the computational analysis of our ancient DNA research on African human remains. The chosen candidate will take the lead in managing and analyzing diverse datasets, including general population genetic inferences on modern-day and ancient genomes and analysing shotgun sequencing metagenomic fractions. The project aims to generate an in-depth understanding of genetic adaptations and evolution in relation to changing lifeways and environments. This postdoctoral position provides a unique opportunity to contribute substantially to our knowledge of human evolution and the intricate interplay of health, pathogens, diet and genomic adaptations over time.

Research will be conducted within the Schlebusch group, Human Evolution Program, Department of Organismal Biology (Evolutionary Biology Center, Uppsala University, Sweden). The group is funded by the Knut and Alice Wallenberg Foundation and the Swedish Research council. The Schlebusch group is specifically interested in studying human history on the African continent and uses genetic data from modern day populations and ancient remains as a tool for the inference of African history. The Human Evolution Program, in which the Schlebusch group is situated, has a broad interest in population genetics and human evolution. There are ample opportunities to work closely with postdocs and PhD students that focus on related projects. The research environment is international with English being the working language. See Prof. Schlebusch web-page for more information on the research and recent publications (http://www.iob.uu.se/research/human-evolution/schlebusch) and Human Evolution Program web-page for more information on the Program (http://www.iob.uu.se/research/human-evolution).

Duties
The work consists of working in Uppsala University's computer cluster, implementing scripts and running population genetic software as well as programming and statistical analysis.

Requirements
PhD degree in genetics, bioinformatics or another relevant field, or a foreign degree equivalent to a PhD degree in genetics, bioinformatics or another relevant field. The degree needs to be obtained by the time of the decision of employment. Those who have obtained a PhD degree three years prior to the application deadline are primarily considered for the employment. The starting point of the three-year frame period is the application deadline. Due to special circumstances, the degree may have been obtained earlier. The three-year period can be extended due to circumstances such as sick leave, parental leave, duties in labour unions, etc.

Proficiency in English is a requirement. Previous experience with large-scale genetic data analysis is a requirement.

Additional qualifications
The ideal candidate is highly motivated with thorough education and strong interest in evolutionary genetics/genomics, population genetics and human evolution. The candidate should have a strong bioinformatics background, preferably with experience in ancient DNA or related fields. Previous experience with bioinformatics, programming and implementation of aDNA bioinformatic pipelines is advantageous. Mathematical, computational and statistical training is also advantageous. Field work experience (especially in Africa) and an interest/background in African history is also advantageous.

About the employment
The employment is a temporary position of 2 years according to central collective agreement. Full time position. Starting date 1 February 2024 or as agreed. Placement: Uppsala

For further information about the position, please contact: Carina Schlebusch, carina.schlebusch@ebc.uu.se

Please submit your application by 15 december 2023, UFV-PA 202X/4473.

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