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Postdoctoral fellowship in Leeds, UK

Modelling of complex biological networks
Biosystems Group, School of Computing, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom

A postdoctoral fellowship is available immediately to work with Dr. Netta Cohen at the Biosystems Group, School of Computing in the University of Leeds for approximately two years.
Research areas covered in the group include:
Computational neuroscience
Worm locomotion and neural control
Gene regulation networks
Stochastic dynamics in complex networks
The Biosystems Group offers a unique environment in which a critical mass of modellers and experimentalists interact with each other and with other research groups in related fields, including mathematics, physics, computer science and machine learning, mechanical engineering/robotics and biological sciences.
For further details of our research, please see:
http://www.comp.leeds.ac.uk/biosystems
We are seeking a candidate who can demonstrate excellence in research, a relevant track record in computational modelling for biological systems and strong interpersonal skills. You should be willing to work closely with collaborators modellers or experimentalists.
All highly motivated candidates with a PhD in Physical, Mathematical or Computer sciences, or other relevant areas to the project are encouraged to apply.
International applications are welcome.
University Grade 7 (£28,290- £33,780 p.a.) or University Grade 8
(£34,79 – £41,545 p.a.) Exact period of contract is dependent on
funding.
Informal enquiries to Dr Netta Cohen, tel +44 (0)113 343 6789, email
netta@comp.leeds.ac.uk
To apply on line please visit jobs.leeds.ac.uk, click on research and follow the link to the Job Ref number below. Alternatively application packs are available from Ms Judi Drew, tel +44 (0)113 343 5432, email j.a.drew@leeds.ac.uk
Job ref 312300
Closing date 13 June 2008
Applications received until 13 June 2008 are guaranteed full consideration.