[Bioperl-l] [Biojava-dev] (OT) Come work in New Zealand - Job: Senior Bioinformatician at AgResearch

[Peter Cock]

Hi Russell,

If you'd said in your email the group used a lot of Bio(Perl|Python|Java)
I'd not have said anything. Without that context it did seem out of place
though - sorry if I sounded too grumpy.

On a more positive note, if you guys use a lot of Biopython too, do you
want me to forward this to the biopython-dev list? I agree with Chris,
targeted job adverts related to the project are a good thing (I got my
first PostDoc via an advert on the Biopython mailing list).

Regards,

Peter

On Thu, Mar 27, 2014 at 2:22 AM, Fields, Christopher J
<cjfields at illinois.edu> wrote:
> Peter,
>
> This hasn't been a problem on the BioPerl list in the past, in fact I find it
> happens to be a great way to make sure one reaches the right audience.
> We do in general request that the person wishing to post contact us
> prior to actually posting, but Russell has been a longtime contributor
> so I personally don't see it as a problem.
>
> Chris
>
> Sent from my iPad
>
>> On Mar 26, 2014, at 7:26 PM, "Smithies, Russell" <Russell.Smithies at agresearch.co.nz> wrote:
>>
>> Yes, there is a high use of Bio(Perl|Python|Java) within our bioinformatics group, many of them lurk on these lists as well.
>> I know when I've posted vacancies in the past I've generated a few genuine enquiries from people who've always dreamed of moving to NZ :-)
>>
>> --Russell
>>
>>
>> -----Original Message-----
>> From: Peter Cock [mailto:p.j.a.cock at googlemail.com]
>> Sent: Thursday, 27 March 2014 12:08 p.m.
>> To: Smithies, Russell
>> Cc: bioperl-l List (bioperl-l at lists.open-bio.org); biojava-dev at lists.open-bio.org
>> Subject: Re: [Biojava-dev] (OT) Come work in New Zealand - Job: Senior Bioinformatician at AgResearch
>>
>> Hello Russell,
>>
>> Is there a strong use of BioPerl or BioJava within the group?
>> Otherwise sending it to these lists does seem a bit off topic...
>>
>> Peter
>> (I do Biopython so wouldn't qualify for the post on that basis ;) )
>>
>>> On Wed, Mar 26, 2014 at 6:19 PM, Smithies, Russell <Russell.Smithies at agresearch.co.nz> wrote:
>>> Hi everyone,
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> I would like to bring the following position to your notice.  I would also appreciate if this could please be circulated to your wider network.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Thanx,
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> --Russell
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> -----------------------------------------------------
>>>
>>> Senior Bioinformatician
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> AgResearch Ltd. New Zealand
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> AgResearch is a Crown Research Institute with the purpose of enhancing the value, productivity and profitability of New Zealand's agricultural sector.  The Bioinformatics team supports scientific research in a range of areas to the benefit of the pastoral agricultural sector.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> We are seeking a highly motivated individual with excellent training and expertise in Bioinformatics to join our team.  The successful candidate will be responsible for providing Bioinformatics consultancy to a range of science projects.  Main duties will involve analysing high throughput/high-dimensional 'omics data from mostly non-model organisms, this includes the design, development, implementation and testing of bioinformatics pipelines for Next-Gen Sequencing (NGS) data, assembly and expression analysis of NGS data and contribution towards interpreting the results.  Experience in working with Genotyping by Sequencing data would be advantageous. The ideal candidate will also have some experience or an interest in integrating multi-faceted 'omics data to understand underlying systems and biological networks.  This is a senior and permanent position.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> The successful applicant will have a PhD or high level postgraduate qualification in Bioinformatics (or related field) with at least five years of related work experience.  A thorough knowledge of Unix, scripting language (Perl/Python or similar) and an understanding of biological databases along with various Bioinformatics tools is required.  This is a highly collaborative role, where the incumbent will be working alongside scientists on a regular basis thus requiring a good knowledge of Genetics and Molecular Biology.  Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively articulate complex, technical information to the clients is highly desirable. Other requirements are good organisational abilities along with excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> The position will be based at our Grasslands campus in Palmerston North and will be part of the wider Bioinformatics and Statistics team.  Palmerston North, a university city, is 30 km from the coast, 2 hours from ski fields, and 2 hours from Wellington. The AgResearch Grasslands campus is situated in pleasant rural surroundings with easy access to the central city. The surrounding area offers many outdoor recreational opportunities.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> The position is available immediately and will be open until filled.
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> For informal inquiries please contact Dr. Nauman Maqbool (nauman.maqbool at agresearch.co.nz<mailto:nauman.maqbool at agresearch.co.nz>). Applications including a CV highlighting relevant research experience, a cover letter and contact details of three referees should be submitted online at:
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> https://careers.sciencenewzealand.org/jobdetails/ajid/S2um7/Senior-Bio
>>> informatician-Grasslands,6109.html
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
>>>
>>>
>>>
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