​The Research Institute for Medical and Health Sciences (RIMHS) is currently recruiting a postdoctoral fellow in the Emerging Pathogens and Antimicrobial Resistance Group. The ideal candidate should hold a PhD in Microbial Genomics/ Bioinformatics or Ph.D. in Microbiology with extensive experience in Genomics/ Bioinformatics. Experience in Antimicrobial Resistance and/or evolution of emerging pathogens is a plus. Laboratory experience in techniques such as DNA/RNA extraction, cloning, PCR, qRT-PCR, is preferred. ​

1. Manage the day to day running of the Group.
2. Manage the ordering, stock taking and budget for the group.
3. Perform research projects assigned to him/her by the group members.
4. Data analysis and presentation in seminars and conferences, writing scientific manuscripts.
5. ​Train undergrad and postgrad students in the lab. ​

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• An in-depth knowledge of microbial and/or viral genomics such as genome annotation, comparative genomics, genome mining.
• Ability to analyze complex datasets and conduct computational modeling using advanced bioinformatics tools.
• Metagenomics and transcriptomics data analysis.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills that enable him/her to smoothly interact with staff and faculty at the institute.
• ​Ability to work as part of a team.​

​PhD in Microbiology with extensive experience in Genomics/ Bioinformatics, Ph.D. in Bioinformatics/Microbial Genomics or a closely related field. ​