February 2019 - BBClist - maillist.psb.ugent.be

bioinformatics vacancies at UAntwerpen
by Laukens Kris 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

Dear colleagues, We have two vacancies in my team at UAntwerpen: (1) a bioinformatics support coordinator https://goo.gl/gU6E3i (2) a doctoral fellowship on plant and soil microbiome bioinformatics. https://goo.gl/1hiU93 Feel free to distribute to potential candidates! Thank you, Warm regards, Kris -- Kris Laukens, PhD Associate professor bioinformatics - biodata mining Adrem data lab Biomedical Informatics Network Antwerpen (biomina) Department of Mathematics and Computer Science University of Antwerp Middelheimlaan 1, G.111 B-2020 Antwerpen, Belgium T +32 (0)3 265 33 10 E kris.laukens(a)uantwerpen.be<mailto:kris.laukens@uantwerpen.be> W www.uantwerpen.be/en/staff/kris-laukens/<http://www.uantwerpen.be/en/staff/kris-laukens/>

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job offer @VIB-UGent : software developer within the ELIXIR life science organization
by Michiel Van Bel 20 Feb '19

20 Feb '19

Software developer (cloud data processing) within the ELIXIR life science organization Context ELIXIR is the European life-sciences infrastructure for biological information. ELIXIR brings together bioinformatic tools, resources and experts into a distributed infrastructure that enables researchers across Europe to share and analyze their life-science research data. This project is in close collaboration with international partners involved in ELIXIR and aligned with initiatives in life-sciences in the context of FAIR data and the European Open Science Cloud. In short, if you’re interested in contributing to building the data research infrastructure for the future for life-sciences, these positions should be of interest to you. We are building a multidisciplinary team, therefore we are looking for talented people with complimentary expertise. Job description The PLAZA platform for comparative, evolutionary, and functional genomics is a data resource that integrates gene and genome information ( [ https://bioinformatics.psb.ugent.be/plaza | https://bioinformatics.psb.ugent.be/plaza ] ). It offers a wide variety of tools to end-users through a web interface, in order to help speed up both small-scale and large-scale data analyses. Multiple independent instances of the platform exist, where each instance either focuses on a different phylogenetic clade, or uses improved gene annotations and genome assemblies compared to previous instances. In order to scale up the building of these instances, we are looking for a software developer to help with moving the PLAZA platform to cloud-based systems. As a software developer, * you will be responsible for the design and implementation of the necessary tool-chain for building PLAZA instances in the cloud (e.g. OpenStack, Amazon cloud, Azure, etc.), * you will assist with the building of new PLAZA instances, and help with the implementation of unit-tests to check the status and validity of newly build PLAZA instances, * you will implement configuration and administration utilities for end-users, to facilitate building PLAZA instances. You will be integrated in a dynamic research group, under the supervision of the primary developers of the PLAZA platform. Furthermore, you will have regular contacts with academic and industrial collaborators to explore novel technologies and boost new developments. Profile Essential * Bachelor or Master in computer science, bioinformatics, (bio)engineering, biotechnology or equivalent * Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g. Java, Python, …) and one scripting language (e.g. Perl, Python, …) * Hands-on experience with Linux/Unix environments and BASH scripting * Good working knowledge of relational databases and SQL * Fluent in English, with good communication skills * Willing and able to learn and implement new technologies * Able to work both independently as well as in a team Desirable but not required * Knowledge of web development technologies (PHP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS) * Experience in working with life-science data * Experience with virtualization technologies (e.g. Docker) * Experience with automated deployment tools (e.g. Puppet, Ansible, etc.) * Version control experience (e.g. GIT) We offer * A fulltime position for 2 years initially. This is part of the long-term strategy for funding research infrastructures in Flanders, therefore prolongation is envisaged pending on the successful renewal of the national project. * A challenging and stimulating work environment with opportunities for personal input, at the edge of developments in this area in Europe * Engaging with the large life-sciences network across Europe of ELIXIR * Work place is the VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology (Ghent, Belgium) More information: [ https://vibvzw.jobsoid.com/j/17167/elixir-software-developer-cloud-data-pro… | https://vibvzw.jobsoid.com/j/17167/elixir-software-developer-cloud-data-pro… ] Michiel Van Bel - Postdoctoral fellow Applied Bioinformatics And Biostatistics VIB-UGent Center for Plant Systems Biology Ghent University Technologiepark-Zwijnaarde 71 - 9052 Ghent - Belgium Tel. +32(0)9 331 36 95 [ http://www.psb.ugent.be/ | www.psb.ugent.be ] Genome editing, cutting-edge technology for a sustainable agriculture

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Position metabolomics support
by Kampen, A.H.C. van (Antoine) 19 Feb '19

19 Feb '19

Job opening: Bioinformatician for metabolomics support Department: Bioinformatics Laboratory Amsterdam UMC (location AMC) Meibergdreef 9 1105 AZ Amsterdam The Netherlands Contact: Prof. dr. A.H.C. van Kampen +31-20-5667096 a.h.vankampen(a)amc.uva.nl Background The Bioinformatics Laboratory is part of the department of Clinical Epidemiology, Biostatistics and Bioinformatics (KEBB) and is involved in bioinformatics and systems biology research, education, and support. Research projects focus on the integrative analysis of (multi-)omics data and the development of computational models to understand immune processes. The bioinformatics core facility is part of the Bioinformatics Laboratory and is one of the AMC facilities that support AMC research groups and provides support for the analysis of omics data. The bioinformatics core facility collaborates with the metabolomics facility that is part of the Laboratory for Genetic Metabolic Diseases for the analysis of UPLC-MS metabolomics/ lipidomics data. As part of this collaboration, a bioinformatics pipeline has been developed in the R/Shiny programming environment for the (pre)processing of the LC-MS data. The candidate will be responsible for the analysis of metabolomics datasets using this pipeline, and will be involved in the improvement and extension of the functionality of the pipeline. In addition, he/she will be involved in tasks to support the activities of the Bioinformatics Laboratory such as user administration of the Unix server and computer/backup support. Candidate profile We are looking for a candidate at HBO/university level: * a strong background in bioinformatics, computer science, or similar; * affinity with metabolomics, chemistry, and biomedical research; * strong programming skills. Knowledge of R and Shiny is a plus; * experience with (statistical) data analysis; * excellent communication and presentation skills; * independent but able to work in a multi-disciplinary team; * proficiency in the English language. Salary/hours The contract for 12 months for 30 hours per week is offered after which a permanent contract is given when the performance is sufficient. The maximum salary is 3837,- euro gross per month (based on full-time position). Application Send your motivation letter and curriculum vitae via https://werkenbijamc.nl/vacatures/bioinformaticus-voor-ondersteuning-metabo… ________________________________ AMC Disclaimer : https://www.amc.nl/disclaimer ________________________________

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Computational Ph.D. positions in the RNAct EU project
by Wim VRANKEN 14 Feb '19

14 Feb '19

Dear all, As part of the RNAct EU MSCA-ITN network, 4 computational Ph.D. positions are available, 2 in Brussels, Belgium, and 2 in Nancy, France, from the 1st of September. In this project, we will use computational methods to aid protein design of RNA recognition motif (RRM) proteins, for further use in synthetic biology and bio-analytics. All 10 RNAct students will be working together towards this goal using a mix of computation and experiment; the work will be very interdisciplinary! Please see the individual descriptions in attachment for more information on each specific position. Best regards, Wim --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Prof. Dr. Wim Vranken wim.vranken(a)vub.be Tel: +32 (0)2 6291952 (VUB) http://bio2byte.be/ +32 (0)2 6505943 (IB^2) Building E, 5th Floor, E5.02, Pleinlaan 2 1050 Brussels, Belgium VUB - Structural Biology Brussels / Artificial Intelligence lab General Chemistry / Biomedical sciences ULB-VUB - Interuniversity Institute of Bioinformatics in Brussels (IB)2 Director, http://ibsquare.be/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

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Postdoc position in Computational Cancer Genomics, UCL London
by Secrier, Maria 14 Feb '19

14 Feb '19

Hi, I would like to advertise the following opportunity for a postdoc position in Computational Cancer Genomics at University College London: https://tinyurl.com/y8gnnot6 The deadline for applications is 27th February. Best regards, Maria -- Maria Secrier, PhD Lecturer in Computational Biology UCL Genetics Institute Department of Genetics, Evolution and Environment University College London Darwin Building, Gower Street London WC1E 6BT

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FW: Postdoc positions in institut Curie, Paris, in Computational Systems Biology of Cancer
by Alexander Botzki 11 Feb '19

11 Feb '19

Dear All, On behalf of Emmanuel, Institut Curie: We at Institut Curie are seeking highly motivated postdocs to work in our group of Computational Systems Biology of Cancer. Could you please advertise these announcements as widely as possible? http://sysbio.curie.fr/texts/CurieSysBio-PostDoc_DataAnalyst_SingleCell2018… http://sysbio.curie.fr/texts/CurieSysBio-PostDoc_DataAnalyst2018.pdf http://sysbio.curie.fr/texts/Curie_SysBio_Multiscale_modeling2018.pdf Many thanks Best wishes Emmanuel - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Dr Emmanuel Barillot Director of U900 Institut Curie - INSERM - PSL Research University / Mines ParisTech Head of Department: "Bioinformatics and Computational Systems Biology of Cancer" Director of Institut Curie Bioinformatics platform Institut Curie 26 rue d'Ulm 75248 PARIS cedex 05 FRANCE Mail: Emmanuel.Barillot(a)curie.fr<mailto:Emmanuel.Barillot@curie.fr>

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+++ RSG Belgium Bioinformatics Student Symposium - Leuven, 3rd May 2019 +++
by Daniele Parisi 11 Feb '19

11 Feb '19

Dear all, The RSG Belgium, the regional student group of the International Society for Computational Biology, kindly invites you to the 2019 BIOINFORMATICS STUDENT SYMPOSIUM, which will take place in LEUVEN. The main goal of this event is to provide a forum for young researchers and students in bioinformatics and computational biology to present their work, get updated about current research topics and network with their peers. This year the symposium will take place on FRIDAY 3RD MAY 2019 at the ARENBERG CASTLE OF KU LEUVEN. You can find more detailed information about the event on our WEBPAGE: http://www.rsg-belgium.iscbsc.org/event/student-symposium/student-symposium…. Please note that the event is free, but REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED through this link (registration deadline 19th April): https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdsJ94x_S66q1XfOpGqWL53BP2nt_tHN0C… If you are interested in presenting your work at the symposium either as an ORAL PRESENTATION OR A POSTER, you can provide your ABSTRACT in the registration form UNTIL 5TH APRIL. In total, 7 speakers will be selected for an oral presentation.We are looking forward to seeing you at the symposium! Best regards, the RSG Belgium board -- DANIELE PARISI PhD student at ESAT-STADIUS, KULeuven, Yves Moreau's group Board member of RSG Belgium Kasteelpark Arenberg 10 - box 01.34 3001 Leuven, Belgium Tel: +32488794394

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Assistant Professor in Computational Genomics (m/f) at the Luxembourg Centre for Systems Biomedicine (LCSB)
by Venkata Pardhasaradhi SATAGOPAM 07 Feb '19

07 Feb '19

Dear all We are looking for a tenure-track Assistant Professor at LCSB, University of Luxembourg in the field of Computational Genomics to establish a group aiming at integrative genome analysis across different types of data from functional to clinical genomics and reaching out to disciplines like epidemiology, health economy, environmental and socio-economic research. The group will also be expected to support clinicians and bench scientists in the area of big data driven personalized medicine with state-of-the-art information technology solutions. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing leadership for the advancement of genomics research and platform services at LCSB. Please refer the below URL for more details. https://tinyurl.com/y7zugeby Best regards, Venkata — Dr. Venkata Satagopam Bioinformatics Core Luxembourg Centre For Systems Biomedicine (LCSB) University of Luxembourg Campus Belval, House of Biomedicine II 6, avenue du Swing L-4367 Belvaux T +352-466-644-6421 F +352-466-644-36421 venkata.satagopam(a)uni.lu http://lcsb.uni.lu ----- This message is confidential and may contain privileged information. It is intended for the named recipient only. If you receive it in error please notify me and permanently delete the original message and any copies. -----

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Job offer @ CNH Industrial
by VANDECAVEYE Vik (CNH Industrial) 06 Feb '19

06 Feb '19

Control Room Coordinator - Harvesting Products Function: You are responsible for the further expansion of the Control Room of the product groups assigned to you within the CNH Industrial range. You also provide technical support to Technical Support organizations within the markets. * Analyzing technical problems via the Control Room and continuously offering official answers / solutions to local product specialists, dealers and markets. * Expand the Control Room further, create algorithms & communication systems. * You play a key role between the Markets, Brands and the internal CNH Industrial organization (Technical Support, Product Technical Specialist, Product Performance Specialist, commercial, engineering, production and quality), where you analyze technical problems and propose improvements that lead to preliminary / final solutions for the Dealers and customers. * Conduct field visits to investigate specific problems and gain a deeper insight into the problems and demands of the customers. Profile * Industrial or agricultural engineer or equivalent through experience, with good knowledge of agricultural machinery * Experience in service / after sales related activities or engineering * High dedication in terms of independence * Good social, communicative skills * Languages: Dutch, French, English * ICT skills: Microsoft package, CNH applications, data analysis * You are able to structure/use Data More info * Additional information can be obtained from Stijn De Cock (+32 50 25 30 96) or Sonja De Rycke (Sonja.DeRycke(a)cnhind.com) * You can submit your personal candidate by mail Sonja.DeRycke(a)cnhind.com or via the jobsite: https://<https://cnhindustrial-emea.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/index>cnhindustrial-emea.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/index<https://cnhindustrial-emea.mua.hrdepartment.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/index> until 31 February 2019. * Video at: https://www.agoria.be/nl/VIDEO-ManufacturingCommunity-CNH-Industrial-zet-in…

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Deadline February 8: Invitation to submit your abstract to Training, Education and Capacity Building Session at BioSB conference.
by Celia van Gelder 06 Feb '19

06 Feb '19

* Apologies for cross-posting - Dear colleague, We are happy to announce that this year on the BioSB conference ( <https://www.aanmelder.nl/biosb2019/abstract-submission> 2-3 April 2019 in Lunteren) there will be a session devoted to Training, Education & Capacity building. This session can only take place if there are enough high-quality submissions related to these topics, so your input is more than welcome!! With this mail we want to invite you to submit an abstract related to your work in training, education, skill building etc. It can be an abstract for an oral presentation (deadline February 8, 2019), but also for a poster (deadline March 15, 2019). Possible topics would include, but are not limited to: - experiences in interdisciplinary/bioinformatics/data-science teaching - evaluation of best practices in training, and how to exchange them - increase of computer science/maths/data-science components in bio/medical and other bachelor and/or master curricula - how to shape the bioinformatics/life-sciences-data-science teaching landscape in NL - curriculum building for specific areas, e.g. Open Science, Data Stewardship etc. - how to evaluate the impact of training activities - train the trainer activities - training gap analysis We are looking forward to your submissions and hope to see you in Lunteren in April! Best regards Celia van Gelder, BioSB Conference Education & Training Session Chair Anton Feenstra, BioSB Conference Programme Committee Dr. Celia W.G. van Gelder Programme Manager DTL Learning Training Coordinator ELIXIR-NL ELIXIR Training Platform Leader tel. +31613375327 e-mail: <mailto:celia.van.gelder@dtls.nl> celia.van.gelder(a)dtls.nl websites: <http://www.dtls.nl/> www.dtls.nl, <http://www.biosb.nl/> www.biosb.nl skype: celia.van.gelder Office: DTL | Jaarbeurs Innovation Mile (JIM) | 6th floor Beatrixgebouw | Jaarbeursplein 6 | 3521 AL Utrecht Postal address: Postbus 8500 | 3503 RM Utrecht While I may be sending this email outside my normal office hours, I have no expectation to receive a reply outside yours.

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