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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US">Dear colleagues,<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:black">The Evolutionary (Meta-)genomics group in the Bioinformatics Group at Wageningen University invites applications for a postdoc position. The position is for one year with the possibility for extension
depending on funding.<br>
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We are interested in the evolution and function of CRISPR associated (Cas) genes in archaea. CRISPR-Cas is the adaptive immune system of bacteria and archaea and, in addition, some cas genes occur outside of CRISPR-Cas loci, where they are potentially involved
in functions beyond defense. For example, casposons are mobile genetic elements encoding Cas1. We are interested in detecting such non-canonical cas genes in archaea, predicting their function, and studying their evolution. We offer the opportunity to develop
the focus of the project with respect to own research interests.<br>
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Candidate qualification and competences:<br>
PhD in bioinformatics or a related field; excellent background in high-throughput sequencing analysis and comparative genomics; interest in close collaborations with experimental biologists; high self-motivation; excellent English language skills; ideally background
in microbial genomics, evolution, and mobile elements.<br>
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The position is based at Kiel University and the project will be led by Dr. Anne Kupczok (Wageningen University, Netherlands) in collaboration with Prof. Ruth Schmitz-Streit (Kiel University, Germany). The project can be carried out at either place or also
remotely. <br>
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Applications should include a motivation letter (max. 2 pages), CV, publication list, and names and contact details of at least two referees in a single pdf. Evaluation of the applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled, with
a desired starting date as early as possible. <br>
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To apply or for enquiries regarding the position and research topic, please contact Anne Kupczok: </span><span lang="DE" style="color:black"><a href="mailto:anne.kupczok@wur.nl" title="mailto:anne.kupczok@wur.nl"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:windowtext;text-decoration:none">anne.kupczok@wur.nl</span></a></span><span lang="DE" style="color:black">
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="color:black">Please forward this announcement to suitable candidates. Best,<br>
Anne Kupczok<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Dr. Anne Kupczok<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size:10.0pt;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Assistant Professor<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;mso-fareast-language:EN-GB">Bioinformatics, Department of Plant Sciences, Wageningen University<o:p></o:p></span></p>
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