Bioinformaticist Researcher

**Bioinformaticist Researcher (Grade R)**

**Research Unit in Bioinformatics (RUBi) in the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Bioinformatics**

**Main Objectives**

Research is the main focus, and teaching is not a core function. Where the researchers are on contract, raising funds for their employment, contract research shall be regarded as equivalent to more traditional forms of research.

their academic career.

**The Requirements**
- At least a PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or Computer Science, or another cognate discipline and exposure to
- structural bioinformatics.
- Assist with the supervision of postgraduate students.
- Writing of research articles.
- Experience working with sequence data relevant to human pathogens and/or experience in network analysis as part of graph theory
- and/or tool development is highly advantageous.
- A strong understanding of the Python programming language and Typescript.
- Experience with Javascript component libraries (knowledge of either ReactJS or KnockoutJS).
- An ability to build and construct APIs (such as REST and/or GraphQL) to incorporate data from Backend services into the Frontend.
- Familiarity with backend frameworks such as Django, Flask, and/or Express.
- Experience with Git and other version control systems.
- An ability to manage relational database systems (such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MS SQl Server, etc).
- Experience with working with web servers (such as Apache and Nginx).
- Good algorithmic, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, including retaining these skills in high-pressure situations.
- Capacity for independent learning of new skills as they are required.
- Some administrative experience, albeit in informal contexts, e.g., student or sports clubs, work experiences.

**Application Process**

**The following documents are required**:

- A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following:
- Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
- A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.
- Short-listing meeting scheduled for the **TBC** 2024.
- The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.

**Remuneration per annum (Grade R)**:
Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R460 000.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R460 000.00

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**Closing Date: 29 October 2024**

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

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