From: bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi [mailto:bco-bounces@lists.oulu.fi] On Behalf Of Erkki Raulo Sent: 8. elokuuta 2011 23:51 To: finbionet@helisci.fi Subject: [Bco] PhD Position at the DNA sequencing and Genomics lab at the Institute of Biotechnology Importance: High

We are looking for one strongly motivated PhD student with top academic qualifications and a recently earned Master’s degree in the field of Bioinformatics, molecular biology, genetics or other appropriate field. Candidates who are receiving their MSc in near future are also welcome to apply. The applicants are expected to have knowledge in Bioinformatics.

We offer an inspiring and supportive research environment and excellent facilities for a scientist interested in next generation sequencing and related bioinformatics. Data analysed is typicallly produced by our 454, SOLiD or Illumina platforms. The starting date is negotiable. The project will be supervised by Dr. Petri Auvinen (http://www.biocenter.helsinki.fi/bi/dnagen/index.htm).

For further information, please contact Petri Auvinen (petri.auvinen-at-helsinki.fi) or Lars Paulin (lars.paulin-at-helsinki.fi).

The application should be sent to Petri Auvinen by e-mail, and it should include a cover letter describing your research interests, a CV with information on education (topics and grades), and contact information for at least one reference.

Application deadline is August 31, 2011. However, the applicants are encouraged to apply early, as the position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate has been found.