Postdoc, vacancy.

The IHA has established a number of population-based studies,
the AGES-Reykjavik cohort being the best recognized which is
one of the founding cohorts of the Cohorts for Heart and Aging
Research in Genomic Epidemiology (CHARGE) Consortium. Our
research is focused on identifying genetic and environmental
factors that influence the risk of common diseases.

The position is funded for two years. The candidate will work on
a NIH R01 funded project on Alzheimer’s disease. The project
will involve the analysis of large-scale proteomics, genetics and
detailed longitudinal phenotypic information, including cognitive
tests and imaging. The ideal candidate will have the following
qualifications:

• PhD in bioinformatics, computational biology, statistical
genetics or other relevant area
• Skills in analyzing large datasets and proficiency in programming
(e.g. R/Python/Perl)
• Publication record within bioinformatics, genomics, and/or
genetics
• Ability to work independently but also collaborate within the
group and with external collaborators
• Excellent written and spoken English

The projects will take place within a vibrant scientific environment
within the Biomedical Center at the University of Iceland
(http://lifvisindi.hi.is). The BMC is an official collaboration
between research groups working in biomedical molecular
life sciences within the University, the University Hospital,
Reykjavik University and other research institutions in Iceland.
It includes over 70 Principal Investigators and over hundred
graduate students and postdocs. The graduate program will
take place in Reykjavík, Iceland, which is a safe, beautiful and a
fun place to live and work.

Interested candidates should send a CV and cover letter to
Hjartavernd, Holtasmára 1, 201 Kópavogi or send to
atvinna@hjarta.is

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