Postdoc in developmental epigenetics and evolution – QMUL London

An open post-doctoral position in the laboratory of Dr. Alex de Mendoza at Queen Mary University of London (United Kingdom). This is a European Research Council funded position under the project METHYLEVOL, aimed at understanding the evolution of DNA methylation in animals and other eukaryotes. This position is for 2 years, with expected extensions up to 4 years.

For this position previous experience in molecular biology and developmental biology techniques is highly desirable, including genetic manipulation, injection and rearing aquatic organisms (e.g. cnidarians, zebrafish, marine invertebrates). Alternatively, experience in functional EvoDevo techniques is also welcome (e.g. ATAC-seq, bisulfite sequencing). Some bioinformatics experience would be a plus, but we can train the candidates and offer ample support on this aspect. Plenty of opportunities for gaining expertise in functional genomics.

The goal is to understand the role of DNA methylation in invertebrates, following previous work of the laboratory that has challenged long held expectations in the field, see latest publications here: https://www.demendozalab.com/publications

The link to the position is:

https://www.qmul.ac.uk/jobs/vacancies/items/5631.html

Applications close on March 24th, but feel free to get in touch if you cannot make it for the deadline. Start could be from May-June 2021 onwards.

All you will need is your CV and a cover letter. No nationality restrictions.

Potential candidates are encouraged to get in touch with a.demendozasoler@qmul.ac.uk to discuss your interest in the post and the project.