Research Assistant in Computational Biology (Fixed Term)

The Salje lab in the Cambridge Institute for Medical Research is seeking a talented and motivated Computational Biologist to join the team and work on genomic analysis and comparative genomics of Rickettsial bacterial genomes. The lab group investigates the host-pathogen cell biology of Rickettsial diseases with a particular focus on Orientia tsutsugamushi, the causative agent of scrub typhus. 

This role will primarily focus on analysing genomic data generated using nanopore sequencing technologies to provide insights into bacterial evolution, diversity, and function. 

You should have (or will have by September 2025) a BSc in the field of biological sciences and a Masters or integrated Masters degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Genomics, or a related field. 

You will be expected to work within a highly interactive group, to have a friendly and collegiate outlook, to have good written and verbal communications skills, to be well-organised and have the ability to work calmly to meet deadlines. 

There are funds available for one year from 1st October 2025 for this project. 

Cambridge Institute for Medical Research is a centre of excellence that has a strong focus on understanding the molecular mechanisms of disease, with the aim of translating basic discoveries to clinically meaningful therapies. It is known for its positive research culture. 

Informal enquiries are welcomed and should be directed to: Dr Jeanne Salje Email: jss53@cam.ac.uk 

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click 'Apply' above.

Interviews will be held in March 2025 

If you have any queries regarding the application process please contact the Clinical School HR Team via email cshrstaffhub@admin.cam.ac.uk. 

Please ensure that you upload a covering letter and CV in the Upload section of the online application. The covering letter should outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role.  If you upload any additional documents which have not been requested, we will not be able to consider these as part of your application. 

Please include details of your referees, including e-mail address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager. 

For information about how your personal data is used as an applicant, please see the section on Applicant Data (https://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/hr-staff/hr-data/applicant-data )on our HR web pages. 

Please quote reference SH44853 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy. 

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. 

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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