PhD in statistical methods applied in bioinformatics.

Hasselt University announces, within the Center for Statistics, the
following positions (m/f):


Researcher doctoral student (2X2 jaar)

The Bioinformatics Aspects of Mathematical and Statistical Models for
Infectious Diseases

The appointment takes effect from 15.09.2007 for a period of 2 years,
extendable to a total period of 4 years.

Mission


PhD in statistical methods applied in bioinformatics.

The research activity focuses on the development of statistical
methods related to the transmission process of an infectious disease and the
genetic information about the virus which caused the disease. In
particular, the research project will be focused on the connection between
DNA/RNA sequences of the virus, the prevalence of the disease and other
disease parameters. In general, the aim of the research project is to
establish a link between the epidemiology process of the infection and
the genetic information about the virus.

Diploma


Licentiate, Master or equivalent diploma in bioinformatics,
(bio)statistics, mathematics, computational biology, bioengineering.

Profile of the successful candidate
· Candidates with a strong quantitative background
· Be intrinsically motivated, think analytically and
creatively, work in an organised and focused manner
· Enjoy working in an multidisciplinary environment
(statistics, computer sciences, molecular biology, epidemiology)
· Experience in the use of statistical/mathematical software
such as SAS, R, Matlab etc., is a plus
Further information

Prof. dr. Ziv Shkedy, +32 11-26 82 40, email: ziv.shkedy@uhasselt.be

Application

Applications forms can be downloaded at
http://www.uhasselt.be/download/APengelsUH.doc or at
http://www.uhasselt.be/download/APengelsUH.pdf and should be returned
to: Hasselt University, Rectoraat, Campus Diepenbeek, Agoralaan - gebouw
D, B-3590 Diepenbeek, Belgium, rectoraat@uhasselt.be. All required
information must reach the above address on Friday, May 4 2007.