Postdoctoral Researcher – Bioinformatics & Viromics

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Integrative Viromics Lab | University of Calgary
The Integrative Viromics Lab at the University of Calgary is seeking a motivated Postdoctoral Researcher in Bioinformatics to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment, applying computational approaches to study viral ecology, metagenomics, and host-microbe interactions.​

 

As a postdoc in our lab, you’ll be part of a dynamic research group that includes two other bioinformatics-focused postdocs, working at the intersection of computational biology, microbiome science, and viral genomics. You will have the flexibility to develop and lead projects aligned with the lab’s research themes, with access to extensive datasets, novel computational tools, and interdisciplinary collaborations.

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Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement computational methods for analyzing viral metagenomic and multi-omics data.

• Apply machine learning, comparative genomics, and population genetics approaches to study viral communities.

• Collaborate with a diverse team of microbiologists, ecologists, and computational scientists.

• Contribute to manuscript preparation and present findings at conferences.

Qualifications

• PhD in Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, Microbiology, or a related field.

• Strong programming skills in Python, R, or related languages.

• Experience with metagenomics, virome analysis, or comparative genomics.

• Knowledge of high-performance computing and data visualization is a plus.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Why Join Us?

• A collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment.

• Mentorship and professional development tailored to your career goals.

• Competitive salary and benefits.

• Opportunity to contribute to high-impact publications and international collaborations.

 

We encourage applicants with diverse research backgrounds and interests. If you’re excited about exploring the virosphere through computational lenses, we’d love to hear from you!

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To apply, send your CV, a brief cover letter, and contact information for three references to Dr. Ann C. Gregory at ann.gregory[at]ucalgary.ca. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

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