Postdoctoral Researcher – Plant Systems Biology

Your Job:

• Analysis and integration of diverse biological data from the field of plant sciences (next generation sequencing, large scale genomic, transcriptomic, proteomic, metabolomic and phenotypic data) using cutting-edge technologies e.g. Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Pan-Genome analyses and comparative genomics
• Development of novel tools and algorithms in the area of omics data analysis and integration
• Publications in international journals and travel to international conferences
• (Co)supervision of PhD students

Your Profile:

• University degree (Master) and doctorate in bioinformatics, computer science, data science or life science related fields with proven track record in data analysis/bioinformatics
• Knowledge in programming languages (e.g. Java, Rust, C/C++) and statistical analysis using R/BioConductor/python
• Experience with the analysis and integration (data fusion) of high throughput data such as NGS, metabolite profiling and/or plant phenotyping data
• Knowledge in the application of AI for data analysis and interpretation is advantageous
• Experience with plant omics data is a plus
• Experience with acquisition and administration of third-party funds is considered a plus
• Proven scientific communication skills in the form of scientific publications or equivalent
• Willingness to complement and collaborate with existing research units at the research center
• Excellent English language skills, both written and spoken are a requirement due to the international nature of the institute and collaborations

Even if your profile is not matching a 100% with this job profile, we look forward to receiving your application. We want you to fit in with us as a person, not just your profile.

Our Offer:

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• A large research campus with green spaces, offering the best possible means for networking with colleagues and pursuing sports alongside work
• Outstanding scientific and technical infrastructure
• Creative and international team that conducts research at the frontiers of science
• The Forschungszentrum Jülich is one of the largest research centres in Europe with excellent scientific equipment, including the fastest supercomputer in Europe, is located on a green campus, and near the cultural centres of Cologne, Düsseldorf and Bonn
• A highly motivated group and an international and interdisciplinary working environment in one of the largest research institutions in Europe
• The possibility to develop your own research program in line with the institute and center strategy
• Flexible working hours in a full-time position with the option of slightly reduced working hours
• 30 days of annual leave and provision for days off between public holidays and weekends (e.g. between Christmas and New Year)
• Targeted services for international employees, e.g. through our International Advisory Service

We offer you an exciting and varied role in an international and interdisciplinary working environment. The position is for a fixed term of 2 years, with possible long-term prospects. Salary and social benefits will conform to the provisions of the Collective Agreement for the Public Service (TVöD-Bund), pay group 13, depending on the applicant’s qualifications and the precise nature of the tasks assigned to them.

In addition to exciting tasks and a collaborative working atmosphere at Jülich, we have a lot more to offer: https://go.fzj.de/benefits

We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, e.g. in terms of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation / identity, and social, ethnic and religious origin. A diverse and inclusive working environment with equal opportunities in which everyone can realize their potential is important to us.