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scRNA-seq Biocurator/Ontologist (Cambridge, UK)

We are seeking to recruit a new member to our team at the University of Cambridge to contribute to the FlyBase Drosophila database (https://flybase.org). If you are looking for a fulfilling, fly-related career away from the bench, and enjoy the challenge of organizing complex data and presenting it clearly and concisely, then this is the job for you!

A large and growing community of Drosophila biologists is producing single cell transcriptomic data with potentially high value to the research community. This includes both individual labs and also large-scale community efforts focussed on sharing and annotating single cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) datasets covering the whole fly, such as Fly Cell Atlas (https://flycellatlas.org/). The successful applicant will work closely with the Gene Expression Team (https://www.ebi.ac.uk/about/people/irene-papatheodorou) at EMBL-EBI, in particular those members responsible for the Single Cell Expression Atlas (scAtlas) (https://www.ebi.ac.uk/gxa/sc/home), in order to maximise the usefulness of the scRNA-seq data to the community.

The work will include:

- Identifying and prioritising published Drosophila scRNA-seq datasets for curation

- Curation of scRNA-seq experimental metadata into the EMBL-EBI scAtlas and/or FlyBase as appropriate

- Working with biocurators and software developers at FlyBase and the EMBL-EBI scAtlas to: harmonise the scRNA-seq data models used at each database, provide access to scRNA-seq data on FlyBase, add links between FlyBase and the scAtlas

- Extending the Drosophila Anatomy Ontology as needed to provide accurate terms for annotation of scRNA-seq data

- Working with EMBL-EBI Gene Expression Team members to help develop interactive fly anatomograms.

Closing date: 4th November 2020

More details and how to apply info: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/27175/

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-'''Genome Database Curator'''
+'''scRNA-seq Biocurator/Ontologist (Cambridge, UK)'''
-'''FlyBase, Harvard University'''
+We are seeking to recruit a new member to our team at the University of Cambridge to contribute to the FlyBase Drosophila database (https://flybase.org). If you are looking for a fulfilling, fly-related career away from the bench, and enjoy the challenge of organizing complex data and presenting it clearly and concisely, then this is the job for you!
-FlyBase seeks a full-time scientific curator/annotator to join our team at the Gelbart Lab in the Department for Molecular and Cellular Biology, Harvard. Curational responsibilities at the Harvard site include the scanning and abstracting of scientific literature on the molecular biology of Drosophila, annotation and analysis of Drosophila genome(s), coordination of the inclusion of high-throughput molecular data sets into FlyBase, and design of improved interfaces for providing molecular data to users. Curators work as a part of a team, interacting with biologists at other FlyBase sites, and coordinating with software engineers to develop and improve software. Curators also interface with the scientific community, assisting users on line and at research conference workshops. FlyBase is constantly evolving, seeking both to improve and to expand its role within the Drosophila and wider scientific communities. This position is grant-funded.
+A large and growing community of Drosophila biologists is producing single cell transcriptomic data with potentially high value to the research community. This includes both individual labs and also large-scale community efforts focussed on sharing and annotating single cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq) datasets covering the whole fly, such as Fly Cell Atlas (https://flycellatlas.org/). The successful applicant will work closely with the Gene Expression Team (https://www.ebi.ac.uk/about/people/irene-papatheodorou) at EMBL-EBI, in particular those members responsible for the Single Cell Expression Atlas (scAtlas) (https://www.ebi.ac.uk/gxa/sc/home), in order to maximise the usefulness of the scRNA-seq data to the community.
-'''Basic Qualifications''': Ph.D. in molecular biology or genetics. Minimum three years experience with molecular genetics and Drosophila biology.
+The work will include:
-'''Additional Qualifications''': Extensive Drosophilia research experience. Excellent communication skills in the English language, both written and oral. Enthusiasm, expertise and ideas concerning emerging directions in Drosophila biology and genomic/proteomic analysis. Familiarity with managing databases or spreadsheets and standardized formats (for example, GFF3, FASTA).
+- Identifying and prioritising published Drosophila scRNA-seq datasets for curation
-'''To Apply''': Apply for this position at ASPIRE, the Harvard Recruitment Management System: https://jobs.brassring.com/1033/asp/tg/cim_jobdetail.asp?partnerID=25240&siteID=5341&AReq=34261BR
+- Curation of scRNA-seq experimental metadata into the EMBL-EBI scAtlas and/or FlyBase as appropriate
-In addition, please contact William Gelbart (gelbart<at>morgan.harvard.edu), and include a CV, a description of research experience and names of three references. Please cc your communication to senior curator Lynn Crosby (crosby<at>morgan.harvard.edu) and to the project administrative assistant, Carol Sutherland (casuther<at>fas.harvard.edu).
+- Working with biocurators and software developers at FlyBase and the EMBL-EBI scAtlas to: harmonise the scRNA-seq data models used at each database, provide access to scRNA-seq data on FlyBase, add links between FlyBase and the scAtlas
+- Extending the Drosophila Anatomy Ontology as needed to provide accurate terms for annotation of scRNA-seq data
+- Working with EMBL-EBI Gene Expression Team members to help develop interactive fly anatomograms.
+Closing date: 4th November 2020
-'''Drosophila Literature Analyst (part-time)'''
+More details and how to apply info: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/27175/
-'''FlyBase, University of Cambridge, UK'''
-FlyBase seeks a part-time (50-75%) literature analyst to join our group at the University of Cambridge, UK (www.gen.cam.ac.uk/research/flybase.html). This is an office-based post away from the bench, assisting fruit fly (Drosophila) research by contributing to the FlyBase database of genetic and genomic data.
-The primary aim of FlyBase-Cambridge is to identify biological data from scientific articles concerning Drosophila and to record these data in a systematic manner. Curated data are subsequently integrated into the FlyBase database and website to aid the international research community. The successful applicant will contribute to this effort in one or more ways, depending on their expertise. Possible roles include: rapid reading of Drosophila review articles to record genes mentioned therein; recording information about Drosophila models of human disease; focused analysis and annotation of sets of related genes: or contributing to revisions of existing data in the database.
-Essential skills/experience include:
-* a biological sciences degree
-* research experience using Drosophila
-* strong organizational skills and the ability to work with attention to detail
-* good communication skills
-* excellent English
-* strong self-motivation as well as the ability to work in a team
-Useful skills/experience include:
-* familiarity with databases
-* programming
-* annotation/curation experience
-Please see full advert here:
-http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/6158/
-Note: This page is for FlyBase positions only. If you would like to post a job opening, please use the [http://flybase.org/forums/viewforum.php?f=8 Job Postings] section withing our [http://flybase.org/forums/ FlyBase Forum]
-[[Category:DONE]]

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