Working title:
Microbial Bioenergy Bioinformaticist
Official title:
SENIOR SCIENTIST(E10BN) or ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST(E10FN) or ASSISTANT SCIENTIST(E10LN)
Degree and area of specialization:
PhD in computer science, genetics or other biology-related field.
Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:
At least 3 years work experience in bioinformatics, particularly in analyzing genome scale data such as gene expression arrays, ChIP chip data, etc.
Principal duties:
The successful candidate will join the recently launched Great Lakes Bioenergy Research Center
(GLBRC) to help conduct and oversee research into analyzing genomic data generated from microbial
strains capable of efficient conversion of biomass to biofuels. Duties will include generating and
analyzing genome scale data to integrate into networks, and presenting results for publication. A
particular emphasis will be identifying regulatory networks required for the growth of E. coli in
anaerobic conditions, which will be subsequently integrated into the microbial conversion of
lignocellulose to ethanol by E. coli. The person hired will will also act as liaison to ensure
efficient communication among several interrelated projects on microbial ethanologenesis. The
research to be conducted or overseen will include (1) collecting gene expression and ChIP- chip
data, and; (2) build, evaluate, and use integrated metabolic and gene expression models to
integrate data.
The GLBRC is one of three Department of Energy centers to conduct
fundamental, genomics-based research on microbial and plant systems required to realize the
national need for low-cost biofuels. This is an exceptional opportunity to play a key role in a
keystone research center for the first great national challenge of the 21st century, sustainable
energy independence. For additional information regarding the GLBRC, visit the website:
http://www.greatlakesbioenergy.uwcalscommunication.com.
| Appointment type: | Academic Staff |
| Department(s): | AG&LSC/GLBRC |
| Full time salary rate: | Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications |
| Term: | This is a renewable appointment. |
| Appointment percent: | 100% |
| Anticipated begin date: | JULY 16, 2008 |
| Number of positions: | 1 |
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION
Application must be received by: JULY 11, 2008
HOW TO APPLY:
Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #59115 to
| Linda Andersen | |
| Microbial Sciences | TTY: 608-263-2473 |
| 1550 Linden Drive | Fax: N/A |
| Madison WI 53706-1521 | Email: pvl@glbrc.wisc.edu |