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Thanks in advance, Inanc =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=- Inanc Birol, PhD Senior Scientist, BC Genome Sciences Centre Suite 100 - 570 W 7th Ave, Vancouver, BC, Canada V5Z 4S6 Associate Professor, Medical Genetics, University of British Columbia tel: 604-707-5900 x 675448 :: fax: 604-876-3561 == Postdoctoral Fellow / Bioinformatics Technology Lab / Genome Sciences Centre == * Employer: University of British Columbia and BC Cancer Agency * Title: PostDoc * Specialty: Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning * Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada * Deadline: Until filled * Date Posted: March 27, 2014 '''Job Description''' The Genome Sciences Centre is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for its Bioinformatics Technology Lab to conduct scientific research in the areas of bioinformatics and genomics, specifically related to automated analysis and annotation of cancer research literature. The successful applicant will work with trainees and research scientists in a team that develops tools for a clinical genomics pipeline based on primary sequence analysis, to build natural language processing and machine learning tools that interpret identified mutations for their biological significance as they relate to reports in the relevant literature. '''Duties''' Reporting to the Head of Bioinformatics Technology Lab, Dr. Inanc Birol, your typical duties will include the following: * Building natural language processing and machine learning tools for automated literature survey * Analysis and annotation of data from genomics studies as they relate to the literature * Collaborating with biologists and clinical researchers on the accuracy of the results * Reporting research methods and results in meetings, seminars and conferences * Contribution to and leading scientific publications and research proposals '''Required Qualifications''' The ideal candidate should possess a PhD degree and recent proven experience in computer science, electrical engineering or a related discipline. A strong publication record in the field, and demonstrated technical writing skills are highly desirable. Prior research experience in bioinformatics is also desirable, but not required. More experienced candidates will be considered for a Staff Scientist position, pending successful funding. '''How to Apply''' Please send your resume with cover letter to [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> We request that you specify the position you are applying for by identifying the Job Code only ("PDFBTL 14-03-27") in the subject line of your emailed application. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. '''About Us''' Genome Sciences Centre is a leading international institution for genomics and bioinformatics research. Our mandate is to advance knowledge about cancer and other diseases, to improve human health through disease prevention, diagnosis and therapeutic approaches, and to realize the social and economic benefits of genomics research. For more information, please visit www.bcgsc.ca
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