A postdoctoral research associate position in bioinformatics is available in the laboratory of Prof. Sandra Rodriguez Zas at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (http://bighorn.animal.uiuc.edu). This quantitative mass spectrometry (MS) position involves the integration of neuropeptide sequence and mass spectrometry data with bioinformatics tools in a web-based suite of resources for the advanced analysis of mass spectrometry experiments.

The postdoctoral associate will use analytical strategies to mine tandem mass spectrometry data and will be responsible for data modeling and analysis and database design and implementation. The successful applicant will prepare manuscripts and presentations, will assist the principal investigator in mentoring graduate students and grant preparation.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. and in-depth understanding of various proteomic techniques including liquid chromatography (LC), MALDI-TOF/TOF-MS, LC-Fourier transform MS, electrospray ionization (ESI)- Quadrupole Time-Of-Flight (QTOF) MS- and tandem MS. Experience with mass spectrometry analysis software, statistical software (e.g. R, SAS), and programming/scripting languages (e.g. Python, C++, Java) is required. Candidates must have a publication record in peer-reviewed journals or track record of academic productivity, excellent oral and written communications skills in English, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

To apply:

Applications must include a cover letter describing candidate experience and career goals, a CV and two reference letters to Dr Sandra Rodriguez Zas at rodrgzzs@illinois.edu. Salary commensurate with experience and fringe benefits including health insurance are included within this position.

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