{"job":{"jobId":1209784,"fk_accountId":null,"fk_organizationId":869,"fk_adminAccountId":null,"title":"Special Scientist Research Fellow,Biobank Manager","description":"\n\n<p><strong>Title: </strong>Special Scientist (Research Fellow) – Molecular Biologist/Geneticist\n<strong>No. of Available Positions: </strong>Two (2)\n<strong>Category: </strong>Contract for 2 years, with potential for renewal\n<strong>Place of employment: </strong> University of Cyprus, Nicosia The Molecular Medicine Research Center of the CY-Biobank Center of Excellence at the University of Cyprus has two vacant positions for Special Scientists (Research Fellows), funded by European and local sources.</p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p>\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>PhD degree or equivalent</li>\n<li>Documented knowledge of molecular biology and genetics, experience in molecular diagnostic techniques &amp; methodology and ability to develop independent research and administrative work</li>\n<li>Knowledge and experience in the use of Next Generation Sequencing DNA Systems and the classic Sanger Sequencing methodology</li>\n<li>Previous experience in proposal grant writing will be considered an advantage - Excellent knowledge of the Greek and English languages</li>\n</ul>\n\n\n<p><strong>Applicants’ Profile: </strong></p>\n\n\n<p>Have knowledge and research experience in the field of human genomics/genetics, but candidates with valuable work in the biological and medical sciences are encouraged to apply.</p>\n\n\n<p>The candidates should be creative, enthusiastic and passionate about research. Candidates do not have to be citizens of the Republic of Cyprus. A candidate with prior experience in writing and submitting research proposals under European research programs will be preferred (FP, Horizon 2020, or other relevant), which also has documented administrative and capacity-building capabilities under the supervision of a Programme Coordinator. Bioinformatics knowledge and ability to analyse genome-wide sequencing results will be evaluated as an additional qualification.</p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Tasks and Responsibilities: </strong></p>\n\n\n<p>Development of experimental and administrative activity aimed at complementing existing research programmes and developing new ones, in the field of human genomics and genetics with emphasis on genetic and hereditary diseases. This activity will include developing and offering specific diagnostic tests for genetic diseases. The project includes also a strong component on biomarker discovery.</p>\n\n\n<p>It is expected that the candidates will be active in writing and submitting research proposals in Cyprus and abroad to enhance their research activities and the Center's activities in general, either individually or as a group.</p>\n\n\n<p>Terms of employment The position will be for full-time employment with a 2-year contract, and potential for renewal. The gross monthly salary will be commensurate to qualifications and previous experience and ranges between €2,500- €3,000. The employee will be required to pay the employee’s contributions. There is no provision for a 13th salary.</p>\n\n\n<p><strong>Submission of applications: </strong></p>\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>A letter expressing interest to the position with a brief description of qualifications (1 page)</li>\n<li>A brief curriculum vitae with description of previous experience (2 pages)</li>\n<li>Contact details for at least two people qualified to provide recommendation for the candidate</li>\n<li>Certificates attesting to the very good knowledge of the Greek and English language, unless this is attested by the mother tongue of the candidate or he/she is a graduate of a Greek/English school/University.</li>\n</ol>\n\n\n<p>Candidates who meet the criteria will be invited for a personal interview.</p>\n\n\n<p>The application material should be sent electronically as one single pdf file to: <a data-mz=\"\" href=\"mailto:biobank@ucy.ac.cy\" rel=\"no-follow\">biobank@ucy.ac.cy</a> at the latest until October 2, 2020.</p>\n\n\n<p>For more information the candidates may contact the Coordinator of the project, Prof. C. 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The main objectives of the university are twofold: the promotion of scholarship and education through teaching and research, and the enhancement of the cultural, social and economic development of Cyprus.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;In this context, the university believes that education must provide more than simply the accumulation of knowledge. It must also encourage students’ active participation in the process of learning and acquisition of those values necessary for responsible involvement in the community. The university sets high standards for all branches of scholarship. 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