[ELIXIR-ITA_ml] Fwd: Job opportunity at University of Oslo within the BGE project

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Hei everybody,
We seek a full-time (100%) scientific sample coordinator in the EU 
funded project "Biodiversity Genomics Europe (BGE)", jointly appointed 
at CEES and NHMO for a duration of 2 years.

Starting date as soon as possible.

BGE is a joint project of ERGA (European Reference Genome Atlas) and 
BIOSCAN Europe funded by the EU commission for 3.5 years and involving 
33 partner institutions from across Europe. The project has the 
overarching aim of accelerating the use of genomic science to enhance 
understanding of biodiversity, monitor biodiversity changes, and guide 
interventions to address its decline.

The position is part of the ERGA stream of BGE, which aims to develop 
this pan-European node of the Earth Biogenome Project (EBP) to create 
high quality reference genomes for all Eukaryotic species in a 
distributed, equitable, and capacity-building manner. As an affiliate of 
EBP, ERGA also serves as an umbrella for national and regional nodes of 
EBP within Europe (e.g. Earth Biogenome Project Norway [EBP-Nor], Darwin 
Tree of Life [DToL] in the UK).

The deadline for the application is September 26th.
For information please look here and also apply via this link: 
https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/231207/coordinator-of-community-sampling-for-the-biodiversity-genomics-europe-bge-project

About the University of Oslo
Centre for Ecological and Evolutionary Synthesis (CEES) is a research 
centre and a section at the Department of Biosciences, University of 
Oslo. CEES combines a broad spectrum of disciplines (population biology, 
genomics, statistics, mathematical modelling) to foster the concept of 
ecology as a driving force of evolution via selective processes, with a 
corresponding influence of evolutionary changes on ecology. CEES has 
over 140 members (Professors (14), postdocs/researchers (40), PhDs (25), 
Master's students (40) and technical and administrative staff) and many 
guest researchers. The members represent 25 nationalities and constitute 
a vibrant and creative research environment. CEES coordinates several 
international networks. The total budget = 140 million NOK (about 45 
externally funded research projects). CEES successfully completed its 10 
year status of Centre of Excellence (CoE) in 2017.
The Natural History Museum at the University of Oslo is Norway's most 
comprehensive natural history collection. For almost 200 years, 
specimens of animals, fungi, plants, rocks, minerals and fossils have 
been collected, studied and preserved here. The museum is located at 
Økern and in the beautiful Botanical Garden, which is not only popular 
for recreation, but is a scientific collection in itself.
  Job description
We are seeking a coordinator for the collection of high-quality 
organismal samples for whole-genome sequencing and corresponding 
metadata from the ERGA community. Tasks will include coordination, 
guidance and oversight of sample acquisition from ERGA members across 
Europe under deployment and extension of reproducible standards. The 
coordinator will work closely with others at collaborating institutions 
in Europe who are responsible for sample biobanking and metadata 
collection and deposition for the ERGA branch in BGE. They will also 
work closely with sequencing centre partners across Europe to facilitate 
delivery of high-quality samples for sequencing. In addition, this 
position will lead the task of prioritizing species for sequencing 
through taxonomic gap analyses and the development of species 
prioritization criteria for biodiversity genomics consortia, in 
collaboration with the ERGA community and guided by principles of 
Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI).
These tasks will involve extensive communication and exchange with ERGA 
community members and other project partners and involvement in ERGA 
committees, particularly the Sampling and Sample Processing Committee 
and the Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues Committee. The coordinator 
will especially work in close collaboration with the PI (Dr. Rebekah 
Oomen) and Co-PI (Prof. Torsten Struck) of UiO's BGE team, the PI of 
EBP-Nor (Prof. Kjetill S. Jakobsen), and other members of the UiO BGE 
team and EBP-Nor team. These teams consist of experts working on 
genomics, bioinformatics, and biodiversity sampling, and will work 
together to harmonize efforts at the national and European levels.

Responsibilities
- Co-develop species prioritization guidelines for biodiversity genomics 
consortia
- Conduct gap analysis and species prioritization for 
community-nominated species according to sampling standards of best 
practice and JEDI principles
- Coordinate the collection and delivery of community-nominated samples 
to sequencing centres for whole genome sequencing - Organize and lead 
meetings with national and international team members to accomplish 
these tasks
- Actively participate in relevant ERGA committees and other activities
- Lead or participate in relevant ERGA publications, including 
peer-reviewed articles and white papers
- Assist with logistics and coordination of meetings, workshops, 
symposia, outreach and other activities that may be undertaken by the 
UiO BGE team
- Assist project leader with reporting and project economy

Depending on interest and competence there are possibilities for other 
tasks, such as participation in sampling activities and biodiversity 
genomic research studies. Qualification requirements

We are looking for an organized person that can work independently and 
with a large international team with daily coordination work and 
consortium participation towards hard deadlines.

The following qualifications are required: - A minimum of Bachelors 
degree from university or college in a relevant area such as biology, 
genomics, data management or a related field. Other relevant competence 
may replace the educational requirement.
- A demonstrated interest in biodiversity genomics - A demonstrated 
commitment to the principles of justice, equity, diversity, and 
inclusion in scientific research
- Fluent oral and written communication skills in English
The following qualifications are desired: - Experience with project 
coordination
- Experience with fieldwork coordination, (meta)data management, and 
international collaboration are highly welcome
- Competence in presenting different material clearly for reports and 
presentations
- Knowledge of genomics, and in particular long-read sequencing and 
methods for genome assembly - Knowledge of sampling procedures and high 
molecular weight DNA isolation - Knowledge of, or participation in, 
biodiversity genomics projects such as Earth Biogenome Project or 
European Reference Genome Atlas
- A candidate with a PhD is desirable

Personal skills
- The candidate should be a structured, service minded person who enjoys 
working both independently and as part of a team. - Personal 
suitability, including initiative, teamwork ability, accuracy, and sense 
of responsibility, will be emphasized.

We offer
- salary NOK 517 600 - 573 900  per annum depending on qualifications in 
a position as Adviser, position code 1434.
- a professionally stimulating working environment
- attractive welfare benefits and a generous pension agreement, in 
addition to Oslo's family-friendly environment with its rich 
opportunities for culture and outdoor activities

The application must include:
- Cover letter
- Online Application form
- CV (complete overview of education and work experience and publications)
- Copies of educational certificates and records - Names and contact 
details of 2-3 references (names, relation to candidate, email, and 
telephone number)
- Up to 3 academic works can be included if relevant

If you have questions, please feel free to contact Rebekah Oomen 
(r.a.oomen a ibv.uio.no) or me.

Best wishes,

Torsten.

- CONTACT INFORMATION -
Torsten Hugo Struck
Professort of Evolutionary Genomics & Curator of the Helminth collection

Frontiers in Evolutionary Zoology (www.frontiersinevolutionaryzoology.com)
STADIS hub 
(https://www.nhm.uio.no/english/research/groups/stadis/index.html) 
Department of Research and Collections
Natural History Museum

phone: +47-228-51740
e-mail: t.h.struck a nhm.uio.no
twitter: @fez_nhm
blog: blog.annelida.de


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