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University of the Witwatersrand —Johannesburg, Gauteng
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Post-Doctoral Fellowship

University of the Witwatersrand -
Johannesburg, Gauteng

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A postdoctoral fellowship is available for research in the area of evolutionary and population genetics. The work would involve an analysis of existing and novel African genomic datasets (WGS and genotype array) for identifying signatures of selection and modelling demographic history. The appointed candidate will also have the opportunity to participate/collaborate in a suite of research projects available at the SBIMB and interact with the Institute's six senior scientists to develop new research projects/grant applications.

The Fellowship support is for two years, with the possibility of extension depending on performance and funding.

Eligibility

Education: A PhD in Population Genetics, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, or Molecular Biology, obtained within the last 3 years.

Skills: Proficiency in Python/R, experience with Linux-based high-performance computing (HPC), and a track record of peer-reviewed publications.

Experience: Previous exposure to population genetic analyses and/or whole genome/whole exome sequence data analysis is desirable.

Available to start fellowship within 6 months

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Please email your application through as follows:

Your CV (maximum of 5 pages)

A cover letter (maximum of 2 pages) indicating how your knowledge and skills would align

with the research topic, and what your expectations are should you be successful.

Academic record (including PhD certificate)

Contact details for three academic referees

Please make the subject of the email:

APPLICATION-Post-doc- Genomics of African Populations

Email your application through to [email protected] and [email protected]

For further information, you may contact the Principal Investigator:

Prof Ananyo Choudhury: [email protected]

Deadline: 31st July 2026

The University is committed to employment equity. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the relevant employment equity plans and policies of the University. The University retains the right not to make an appointment and to verify all information provided by candidates.

Please note that correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to re-advertise.

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