Research Associate (Phylogenomics)

The researcher will join DECODE research programme led by the Earlham Institute in partnership with RBG Kew. The research associate primary place of employment will RBG Kew to lead the genomic assemblies of indigenous crops and identify promising improvement genes. Additionally, the researcher will be able to join annual meetings at The Earlham Institute and conferences.

The researcher will join DECODE research programme led by the Earlham Institute in partnership with RBG Kew. The research associate primary place of employment will RBG Kew to lead the genomic assemblies of indigenous crops and identify promising improvement genes. Additionally, the researcher will be able to join annual meetings at The Earlham Institute and conferences.

Research Associate (Phylogenomics)

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We are seeking candidates holding a PhD/D.Phil degree or equivalent in relevant research field (e.g. plant biology, genomics, agricultural sciences) and with bioinformatics/computational biology experience, particularly, in comparative genomics and genome assembly pipelines. Our ideal candidate will be a team player who can work on their own initiative and is enthusiastic about tutoring others. Experience working with ortholog search and knowledge of sub-Saharan indigenous crops are desirable. Detailed person specification can be found in job description document attached to this advertisement.

Please upload a copy of your research CV to support your application. This should include your publication and funding record, as well as any other relevant information to demonstrate your track record as a research scientist e.g. scientific honours and panel / committee memberships, PhD supervision etc.

This role is based at Kew with the option of regular home working, subject to operational requirements.

The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew (RBG Kew) is a leading plant science institute, UNESCO World Heritage Site, and major visitor attraction. Our mission is to understand and protect plants and fungi for the well-being of people and the future of all life on Earth.

We are working to end the unprecedented extinction crisis and to help create a world where nature is protected, valued by all and managed sustainably. We will achieve these goals by drawing on our leading scientific research, unrivalled collections of plants and fungi, global network of partners, inspirational gardens at Kew and Wakehurst, and our 260 years of history.

Join us on our journey as protectors of the world’s plants and fungi.

The salary for this position is £41,205 per annum [Band D]

Our fantastic benefits package includes opportunities for continuous learning, a generous annual leave entitlement, flexible working to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance, an Employee Assistance Programme and other wellbeing support such as cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership. We also offer a competitive pension, an employee discount scheme and free entry into a wide range of national museums and galleries, as well as access to our own beautiful gardens at Kew and Wakehurst.

If you are interested in this position, please submit your application through the online portal, by clicking “Apply for this job”.

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