bioinformatics-list September 2020

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Postdoc position available: genomic transitions between modes of sex-determination
by Christopher Burridge 18 Sep '20

18 Sep '20

Postdoc position: Genomic transitions between modes of sex-determination Fixed term, full-time, 3 years Based at the University of Tasmania, Hobart PROJECT THEME Sex-determination controls the most significant variation within animals—the division into males and females. While the different systems of sex-determination involving genetic or environmental control are relatively well understood, transitions between these systems remain enigmatic in evolutionary biology. This project aims to address this gap by revealing the genomic changes required to transition between modes, using one of only two known lizard species exhibiting both genetic and temperature control of sex. This knowledge will have important implications for species conservation, facilitating predictions of highly biased sex ratios under climate change, plus potential commercial applications for species where the production of one sex is favoured. A Postdoc position is available to contribute to this research. The postdoc will perform advanced genomic and transcriptomic sequencing of species of Australian lizards to identify the genomic changes accompanying transitions between genetic and temperature-dependent sex determination. This collaborative research project is funded by an Australian Research Council Discovery Project grant awarded to the University of Tasmania (Assoc Profs Erik Wapstra and Chris Burridge), the University of Canberra (Prof Tariq Ezaz), and the University of Vienna (Prof. Oleg Simakov). This Postdoc will be based at the University of Tasmania, but will also work closely with Prof Simakov at the University of Vienna and a PhD student conducting related cytogenetic studies at the University of Canberra. THE IDEAL CANDIDATE The ideal candidate is expected to have knowledge in relevant aspects of genomics (e.g. NGS genome and transcriptome sequencing, mapping, screening for orthologs and homologs, assembly, annotation). Knowledge of sex determination is also desirable. The candidate will be self-motivated and well-organised, with a demonstrated capacity to learn and apply the broad skill set necessary for the successful completion of a research project. The successful candidate will be able to work alongside a wide variety of people in multi-function and multicultural laboratories. The successful candidate will also have a strong commitment and demonstrated excellence in research and research communication. SELECTION CRITERIA Essential A PhD, and experience in a relevant research area Knowledge and demonstrated expertise in areas such as NGS genome and transcriptome sequencing, mapping, screening for orthologs and homologs, and genome assembly and annotation. A demonstrated record of publication of scientific research in high-ranking international peer-review journals Desirable Knowledge of sex determination systems Knowledge and demonstrated expertise in phylogenetics, trait mapping, and ancestral state reconstruction The position is open to all nationalities. There is the potential to start this project remotely (i.e., outside Australia), given the nature of the project, desired start time (late 2020, early 2021) and the current challenges of international travel to Australia. HOW TO APPLY Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, responses to the selection criteria listed above, and contact details of 2 potential referees to: chris.burridge(a)utas.edu.au<mailto:chris.burridge@utas.edu.au> Applications will close Oct 16, 2020 FURTHER INFORMATION For further information about the position please contact chris.burridge(a)utas.edu.au<mailto:chris.burridge@utas.edu.au> Chris Burridge | Associate Professor, Molecular Ecology & Evolution School of Natural Sciences | University of Tasmania | Private Bag 55 | Hobart | Tasmania 7001 | Australia Room 320a Life Sciences Building | Ph +61 3 6226 7653 | Fax +61 3 6226 2698 | https://rmdb.research.utas.edu.au/public/rmdb/q/indiv_detail_warp_trans/397… http://scholar.google.com.au/citations?user=4cYH8ZYAAAAJ&hl=en evogentas.org<http://evogentas.org/> University of Tasmania Electronic Communications Policy (December, 2014). This email is confidential, and is for the intended recipient only. Access, disclosure, copying, distribution, or reliance on any of it by anyone outside the intended recipient organisation is prohibited and may be a criminal offence. Please delete if obtained in error and email confirmation to the sender. The views expressed in this email are not necessarily the views of the University of Tasmania, unless clearly intended otherwise.

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2020 IGV SCIENTIFIC MEETING
by Michael Charleston 04 Sep '20

04 Sep '20

Hi folks, Here's an interesting looking conference: (Forwarding this message:) The Immunology Victoria meeting is coming up. This is a meeting (virtual this year) specifically designed to promote speaking opportunities for Victorian and Tasmanian students and early-career postdocs. Would you mind forwarding around to the division? October 23rd is the date. It is free for ASI members, and $20 for non-members. https://www.immunology.org.au/events/2020-IgV-Scientific-Meeting/ [cid:bdd7e594-fbab-4530-8650-da1597b57e76] University of Tasmania Electronic Communications Policy (December, 2014). This email is confidential, and is for the intended recipient only. Access, disclosure, copying, distribution, or reliance on any of it by anyone outside the intended recipient organisation is prohibited and may be a criminal offence. Please delete if obtained in error and email confirmation to the sender. The views expressed in this email are not necessarily the views of the University of Tasmania, unless clearly intended otherwise.

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Fw: Software developer to support dartR (software package in wildlife genomics)
by Michael Charleston 02 Sep '20

02 Sep '20

An opportunity for 2-year part-time work. From: Bernd.Gruber <Bernd.Gruber(a)canberra.edu.au> Sent: Tuesday, 1 September 2020 1:23 PM Subject: Software developer to support dartR (software package in wildlife genomics) Dear Colleagues, Can you please circulate the link to an offering for a software developer in the area of wildlife genomics to support the development of our R package (dartR) to potentially interested candidates. It is a two years, 0.5 FTE position. More information can be found here: * UC website – https://uctalent.canberra.edu.au/cw/en/job/494678/software-developer<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/xLyMCP7yRpt2BQXZuzJcoL?domain=uctalent.ca…> Thanks, take care and kind regards, Bernd ============================================================================== Dr Bernd Gruber Tel: (02) 6206 3804 Fax: (02) 6201 2328 Professor Institute for Applied Ecology Faculty of Applied Science University of Canberra ACT 2601 AUSTRALIA Email: bernd.gruber(a)canberra.edu.au<mailto:bernd.gruber@canberra.edu.au> WWW: http://www.canberra.edu.au/faculties/science/staff/profiles/dr-bernd-gruber<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/roygCQnzVqtKn7P9HPx-25?domain=canberra.ed…> Australian Government Higher Education Provider Number CRICOS:#00212K NOTICE & DISCLAIMER: This email and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential or copyright material and are for the attention of the addressee only. If you have received this email in error please notify us by email reply and delete it from your system. The University of Canberra accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. ============================================================================== [UC Logo]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/Oql4CROAWrhpwNWQsPR2KK?domain=canberra.ed…> [#1 in the ACT for three years running Full-time employment and graduate starting salaries Good Universities Guide 2021]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/0zfBCVAG1yhEVMyXUJX9A0?domain=canberra.ed…> [UC Facebook]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/EF2oCWLJ2zfQ10qxtm8BN6?domain=facebook.com>[UC Twitter]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/SXFfCXLK3AfglmKGi9pJNX?domain=twitter.com>[UC Instagram]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/2fU3CYWL4BsvK5lgu3CwoM?domain=instagram.c…>[UC Linkedin]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/NoZ3CZYM5DFw1zgxUN9Upf?domain=au.linkedin…>[UC Youtube]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/km-FC1WZ5zs0r8GOUminVt?domain=youtube.com> [University of Canberra]<https://protect-au.mimecast.com/s/Oql4CROAWrhpwNWQsPR2KK?domain=canberra.ed…> Australian Government Higher Education Registered Provider (CRICOS) #00212K The University of Canberra acknowledges the Ngunnawal people, traditional custodians of the lands where Bruce Campus is situated. We wish to acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of Canberra and the region. We also acknowledge all other First Nations Peoples on whose lands we gather. NOTICE AND DISCLAIMER: This email and any files transmitted with it may contain confidential or copyright materials and are for the attention of the addressee only. If you have received this email in error please notify us by email reply and delete it from your system. The University of Canberra accepts no liability for any damage caused by any virus transmitted by this email. University of Tasmania Electronic Communications Policy (December, 2014). This email is confidential, and is for the intended recipient only. Access, disclosure, copying, distribution, or reliance on any of it by anyone outside the intended recipient organisation is prohibited and may be a criminal offence. Please delete if obtained in error and email confirmation to the sender. The views expressed in this email are not necessarily the views of the University of Tasmania, unless clearly intended otherwise.

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