<html><body><div style="font-family: arial,helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000"><div> <!--StartFragment--><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">We are pleased to announce an upcoming vacancy for a Data Scientist/PhD Student to join our team. Recently, a VLAIO project has been approved, and we are looking for a skilled individual who can contribute to the project as a doctoral student. PLEASE NOTE that the text below is not an official vacancy announcement but a means to assess the potential interest of qualified candidates for an upcoming official vacancy announcement. The purpose of this text is to gauge the level of interest and potential response from eligible candidates before the official vacancy announcement is released. We appreciate your understanding.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;"><br data-mce-bogus="1"></span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Project Description: The project focuses on a study on Dengue, wherein various techniques such as AIRR-seq, single-cell-seq, and Olink-proteomics will be performed. As a data scientist, your primary responsibility will be to conduct applied bioinformatics, integrating and analyzing diverse datasets. Additionally, effective reporting and communication of findings will be crucial.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Responsibilities:</span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Conduct applied bioinformatics analysis, utilizing techniques such as AIRR-seq, single-cell-seq, and Olink-proteomics.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Integrate and analyze diverse datasets to derive meaningful insights.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Develop and implement statistical models and algorithms to analyze the data.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective communication and coordination.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and scientific publications to disseminate research findings.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in the field of bioinformatics and data science.</span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Requirements:</span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Master's degree </span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Strong background / afinity in bioinformatics and molecular biology.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, and/or R</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Experience / Familiarity with analyzing high-throughput sequencing data, including AIRR-seq, single-cell-seq, Olink-proteomics or related techniques is preferred.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Solid understanding of statistical methods and data analysis techniques.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.</span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">We offer:</span></p><ul type="disc"><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">The opportunity to contribute to an exciting research project on Dengue.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Full-time employment as a doctoral student at Ghent University.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and computational resources.</span></li><li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">Guidance and supervision from experienced researchers in the field.</span></li></ul><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0px;" data-mce-style="margin: 0px;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;" data-mce-style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'times new roman', serif;">To apply: Please submit your interest, including a cover letter, CV to <span class="Object" role="link" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT824_ZmEmailObjectHandler"><span class="Object" role="link" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT834_ZmEmailObjectHandler"><a href="mailto:Filip.VanNieuwerburgh@UGent.be" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" data-mce-href="mailto:Filip.VanNieuwerburgh@UGent.be">Filip.VanNieuwerburgh@UGent.be</a></span></span>. </span></p><!--EndFragment--> </div><div><br></div><div data-marker="__SIG_PRE__"><div style="border-top:2px solid #3bb6bb;width:15px;height:15px;margin:0px"></div> <div style="font-family:sans-serif;font-size:10pt;color:rgb( 0 , 32 , 96 )"> <b>Lieven Sterck</b> - Senior bioinformatician <br> Bioinformatics <p> <b>VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology</b><br> Ghent University<br> Technologiepark-Zwijnaarde 71 - 9052 Ghent - Belgium<br> Tel. +32(0)9 331 38 21<br> <a href="http://www.psb.ugent.be/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">www.psb.ugent.be</a> </p> <p><font color="#41b7b9"><b>Genome editing, cutting-edge technology for a sustainable agriculture</b></font></p> <p> <img id="banner" src="https://psbzim02.psb.ugent.be/home/signature@psb.ugent.be/Briefcase/PUBLIC/footer.png"> </p> <p><a href="https://originofimpact.sites.vib.be" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"><img id="banner" src="https://psbzim02.psb.ugent.be/home/signature@psb.ugent.be/Briefcase/PUBLIC/VIBCropsinthepicture.png" width="498px"></a><br data-mce-bogus="1"></p> </div></div></div></body></html>