<bold>SPECIALIST/PROGRAM ANALYST IN BIOINFORMATICS
W. M. Keck Center for Comparative & Functional Genomics
</bold></bigger></bigger><bold>Proposed
Starting Date </bold>November 1, 1999
<bold>Responsibilities </bold>The successful applicant will be
responsible for data analysis of DNA sequencing projects. Relevant
software includes data collection software, DNA sequence analysis,
Factura, Autoassembler, Genotyper, Genescan and others. Must be able
to use relational database programs. Duties include record keeping.
<bold>Qualifications </bold>M.S. in Biology, Biochemistry or related
natural sciences or the equivalent combination of education and
laboratory experience with a B.S. required. Preference will be given
to candidates who combine a good background in genomics with excellent
computer skills. Some knowledge of UNIX, SQL (Structured Query
Language) PERL, Java and HTML is required. Good organizational skills
and the ability to work independently. Willingness to work with
faculty, graduate and undergraduate students and to explore new
techniques and methods.
<bold>Type of Position
and Salary </bold>Full-time, regular academic professional position
with full University benefits. Salary is commensurate with
experience.
<bold>Application </bold>Send letter of application with resume, along
with three letters of recommendation to:
Ms. Elaine Sampson, Search # 6776
W. M. Keck Center
340 ERML
1201 W. Gregory
Urbana, IL 61801 Phone: 217/265-5057
Questions regarding this position should be directed to:
Dr. Lei Liu, 217/265-5061.
<bold>Deadline </bold>For full consideration, applications must be
received by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 15, 1999. Interviews may take
place before the deadline, but no final decision will be made until
after October 15.
<italic>The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer.
Applications from women and minority candidates are especially
encouraged.</italic></fontfamily>
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Barbara Whitmarsh, Ph.D.
Associate Director, Biotechnology Center
University of Illinois
901 S. Mathews
103 Observatory
Urbana, IL 61801
Phone number: (217) 244-0144
Fax number: (217) 244-0466
Biotechnology Center Homepage: http://www.life.uiuc.edu/biotech/