Computational Postdoc Position: RNA Biology and Epitranscriptomics

1. Introduction

Are you an ambitious researcher who enjoys collaborating with other lab members? Do you want to put your computational knowledge to good use? Then this may be the job for you! Come and join the Vermeulen research group as a postdoctoral researcher on this NWO-VICI project.

2. Job description

We are looking for an ambitious computational postdoctoral researcher with ample experience in analysing ‘omics’ datasets. Experience in analysing large-scale epitranscriptomics (i.e. PAR-CLIP, transcriptome-wide RNA modification maps) and/or proteomics datasets is a plus but not strictly required. As a computational postdoctoral researcher you will particulate in an NWO-VICI project dedicated to deciphering the role of mRNA modifications and their ‘readers’ in (perturbed) blood cell differentiation. You will also collaborate with other lab members in ongoing interaction proteomics-based and multi-omics projects. Furthermore, you will have the opportunity to develop novel ideas and work on additional independent projects that are aligned with this research theme.

3. Profile

• You have a PhD in computational biology.
• You have excellent communication and writing skills (in English).
• You have strong analytical skills and a result-oriented attitude.
• You are a creative thinker and highly independent.
• Experience with analysing epitranscriptomics, genomics and proteomics datasets (i.e. PAR-CLIP, RNA-seq, ChIP-seq, etc.) is an advantage but not strictly required.

4. We are

The RIMLS-Science Institute at Radboud University is a leading research institute that integrates state-of-the-art multi-omics technologies to uncover the molecular basis of development and cellular differentiation in health and disease. Michiel Vermeulen’s lab at the RIMLS-Science Institute consists of about 15 researchers and provides a vivid, international research environment. Our extensive collaborative network (i.e. the Oncode Institute) also provides ample opportunities for networking and joint research activities both within the Netherlands and abroad.

5. We offer

• We will give you a temporary employment contract of 2 years.
• Your salary within salary scale 10 depends on your previous education and number of years of (relevant) work experience. The amounts in the scale are based on a 38-hour working week.
• You will receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8,3% end-of-year bonus. 
• You will receive extra days off. With full-time employment, you can choose between 30 or 41 days of annual leave instead of the statutory 20. 

6. Practical information and applying

You can apply only via the button below. Address your letter of application to Michiel Vermeulen. In the application form, you will find which documents you need to include with your application.

The first interviews will take place on Friday 7 March. You will preferably start your employment on 1 May 2025.

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