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Subject: SMB Digest v13i52

SMB Digest  December 23, 2013  Volume 13  Issue 52
ISSN 1086-6566

Happy Holidays!  ¡Feliz Navidad, Prospero Año y Felicidad!

Editor: Ray Mejía ray(at)smb(dot)org

Note:
Information about the Society for Mathematical Biology, including an
application for membership, may be found in the SMB Home Page,
http://www.smb.org/ .

Access the Bulletin of Mathematical Biology, the official journal of SMB, at
http://www.springer.com/11538 .

Inquiries about membership or BMB fulfillment should be sent to
membership(at)smb(dot)org .

Issue's Topics:
   Summer School: Mathematical Models and Methods for Living Systems
   2014 MBI Undergraduate Summer Research Program, June 2 - August 15
   CfA: NIMBioS Summer Research Program for Undergraduates and Teachers
   Meeting: Spatial Human Cooperation ..., MPG, 26 -  28 May, Plön
   CfA: Algebraic & Discrete Biological Models for Undergraduate Courses
   Okinawa Computational Neuroscience Course 2014, June 16 - July 3, OIST
   3rd International Conference on Neural Field Theory, June 16 - 19
   Conference in honor of E. Tadmor's 60th birthday, April 28 - May 2
   CfP: AlCoB 2014, July 1-3, Tarragona, Spain
   Fully funded PhD Studentship: Evolutionary Theory, Royal Holloway
   Postdoc/Research Fellowship: Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, NHLBI
   Postdoc: Bioinformatics, LPHIG, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
   Research Fellow: Mathematical Biology of Cell Differentiation, Surrey
   Tenure-Track Faculty Position: Computational Biology, UCHC, UCONN
   SMBnet Reminders


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From: Luigi Preziosi [prezziosi@gmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 17, 2013 9:49 AM
Subject: Summer School: Mathematical Models and Methods for Living Systems

The International Mathematical Summer Center (CIME) and the International
Center for Mathematical Research (CIRM) organise a summer school on

Mathematical Models and Methods for Living Systems

from September 1 to September 6, 2014 in Levico Terme (in the Alps near
Trento in Italy)

The topics covered are
 - Modelling the formation of vascular networks
   Mark Chaplain (Univ. Dundee, Great Britain)
 - Mathematical modeling of morphogenesis in living materials
   Pasquale Ciarletta (CNRS, France)
 - Cell movement in non-isotropic environments and the modeling of cancer
   spread
   Thomas Hillen (Univ. Alberta, Canada)
 - Cell-based, continuum and hybrid models of tissue dynamics
   Hans G. Othmer (Univ. Minnesota, USA)
 - Modelling cell migration in fiber networks
   Luigi Preziosi (Politecnico Torino, Italy)

Local expenses for 30 participants will be covered through funds offered
by CIME and CIRM.
More information can be asked writing to
luigi.preziosi@polito.it
The application form can be found at
http://web.math.unifi.it/users/cime/


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From: Shelton, April <shelton.221@mbi.osu.edu>
Date: Wed, Dec 18, 2013 at 3:08 PM
Subject: 2014 MBI Undergraduate Summer Research Program, June 2 - August 15

2014 MBI Undergraduate Summer Research Program
(June 2 - August 15, 2014)
www.mbi.osu.edu/eduprograms/undergrad2014.html

This program introduces students to exciting new areas of mathematical
biology and involves them in collaborative research with their peers and
faculty mentors. The program consists of three parts - each with a mix of
educational and social experiences:

·  Two-week Introduction (June 2-13, 2014): Tutorials, computer labs,
and team efforts designed to introduce students to a variety of topics in
mathematical biology.

·  Eight-week REU Program (June 16-August 8, 2014): An individualized
research experience as part of a research team at a participating institution.
There are 14 projects to choose from.

·  Capstone Conference (August 11-15, 2014): A student centered conference
featuring talks and posters by student researchers in math biology, keynotes
by prominent math biologists, and a graduate studies recruitment fair.

Apply for the REU program at:
https://visitor.mbi.ohio-state.edu/events.html?id=754   

A complete application will require:

·  Two letters of reference

·  A ranked list of the three projects that you want to participate in
   (see above)

·  A statement indicating your reasons for wanting to participate in
   this program


For full consideration, completed applications must be received by Monday,
January 27, 2014.

Applications for the TWO-WEEK INTRODUCTION ONLY will be due in April.

Applications for the CAPSTONE CONFERENCE ONLY will be due in June.


Mathematical Biosciences Institute
The Ohio State University
Jennings Hall 3rd Floor
1735 Neil Ave.
Columbus, OH 43210
614-292-3648


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From: Catherine Crawley <ccrawley@nimbios.org>
Date: Fri, Dec 20, 2013 at 1:17 PM
Subject: CfA: NIMBioS Summer Research Program for Undergraduates and Teachers

Looking for a fun and challenging research experience this summer? The
National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS) is now
taking applications for its eight-week long Summer Research Experiences for
Undergraduates and Teachers (SRE). The program takes place June 9 - August
1, 2014, on the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, campus. Undergraduate
majors in biology, math, and related fields, as well as high school teachers
in biology and mathematics, will live on campus and work in teams with UT
professors, NIMBioS researchers, and collaborators to conduct research. This
year's research topics include genetics and geography, bovine respiratory
disease, dynamic systems and facial expression, super ants, Johne's disease,
and more. Stipend and housing are provided along with some funding for travel.

Application Deadline:  February 14, 2014

For more information and how to apply, go to http://www.nimbios.org/sre/

For more information about NIMBioS, go to http://www.nimbios.org or
contact Kelly Sturner, NIMBioS Education and Outreach Coordinator, at
ksturner@nimbios.org or Suzanne Lenhart, NIMBioS Associate Director of
Education and Outreach, lenhart@math.utk.edu

Interested high or middle school math or science teachers should send an
email to Dr. Lenhart.


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From: Arne Traulsen <traulsen@evolbio.mpg.de>
Date: Tue, Dec 17, 2013 at 10:30 AM
Subject: Meeting: Spatial Human Cooperation ..., MPG, 26 -  28 May, Plön

Meeting on Spatial Human Cooperation
>From theory to experiments ... and back!

Venue : Max Planck Institute for Evolutionary Biology, Plön, Germany
Dates - 26th to the 28th of May 2014.

Evolution and maintenance of cooperation with a spatial component is a
topic with a variety of study domains. This meeting aims to bring together
the experts in these various aspects. In particular the aim is to have a
dialogue to strengthen the connection between the theory and experiments
and to take stock of the current understanding of the field from both
the perspectives. Bringing together experts from biology, economics,
mathematics, physics and social sciences, we hope this results in an update
of the theoretical standing as well as makes clear the assumptions which
need to be tested experimentally.
Invited speakers - 
Jelena Gruji?
Christoph Hauert
Yamir Moreno
Jorge M. Pacheco
Matja? Perc
Angel (Anxo) Sánchez
Francisco C. Santos
Dirk Semman
György Szabó
Corina E. Tarnita
Alja? Ule

Please note that registration is limited to 30 participants. and the
details can be found online at http://web.evolbio.mpg.de/shcmeeting2014
Deadline - 15th of January 2014


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From: Catherine Crawley <ccrawley@nimbios.org>
Date: Thu, Dec 19, 2013 at 11:03 AM
Subject: CfA: Algebraic & Discrete Biological Models for Undergraduate Courses

The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS)
is now accepting applications for its Tutorial, "Algebraic and Discrete
Biological Models for Undergraduate Courses," to be held June 18-20, 2014,
at NIMBioS.

Objectives: This workshop will bring together faculty from both mathematics
and biology to learn algebraic and discrete approaches to problems from
modern biology including gene regulation, gene identification, RNA folding,
phylogenetics, and metabolic pathway analysis. The objectives are three-fold:

 (i) Participants will be introduced to the importance of algebraic and
discrete methods and models in modern biology, as an alternative to classical
continuous methods based on calculus and differential equations. They will
learn how to use such methods and/or build and analyze models in the context
of the tutorial's topics and will work in small groups to experience how
to use the methodology to describe, simulate, and analyze the relevant
biological systems.
 (ii) Participants will be exposed to software that implements the
mathematical methods, aids visualization, and facilitates the computations
and analyses.
 (iii) Participants will learn of existing curricular resources related to
the tutorial's topics, including exercises, projects, solution guidelines,
and/or computer code and data. They will receive guidance on how the tutorial
materials may fit into mathematics and biology courses or be used as an
introduction to independent studies or undergraduate research.

Interactive lectures with quick exercises on each topic will be followed by
structured hands-on activities. In addition, participants will be able to
customize their tutorial experience by opting for lectures and activities
at two different levels: introductory and advanced.

Location: NIMBioS at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Co-Organizers: Raina Robeva, Mathematical Sciences, Sweet Briar College;
Robin Davies, Biology, Sweet Briar College; Terrell Hodge, Mathematics,
Western Michigan Univ.; and Matthew Macauley, Mathematical Sciences,
Clemson Univ.

For more information about the tutorial and a link to the online application
form, go to http://nimbios.org/tutorials/TT_mathbio

There are no fees associated with this tutorial. Tutorial participation in
the tutorial is by application only. Individuals with a strong interest
in the topic, including post-docs and graduate students, are encouraged
to apply, and successful applicants will be notified within two weeks of
the application deadline. If needed, financial support for travel, meals,
and lodging is available for tutorial attendees.

Application deadline: February 28, 2014

The National Institute for Mathematical and Biological Synthesis (NIMBioS)
(http://www.nimbios.org) brings together researchers from around the world
to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries to investigate solutions to
basic and applied problems in the life sciences. NIMBioS is sponsored by
the National Science Foundation, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security,
and the U.S.  Department of Agriculture with additional support from The
University of Tennessee, Knoxville.


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From: Erik De Schutter <erik@oist.jp>
Date: Thu, Dec 19, 2013 at 9:36 PM
Subject: Okinawa Computational Neuroscience Course 2014, June 16 - July 3, OIST

OKINAWA COMPUTATIONAL NEUROSCIENCE COURSE 2014
Methods, Neurons, Networks and Behaviors
June 16 - July 3, 2014
Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology, Japan
https://groups.oist.jp/ocnc

The aim of the Okinawa Computational Neuroscience Course is to provide
opportunities for young researchers with theoretical backgrounds to learn the
latest advances in neuroscience, and for those with experimental backgrounds
to have hands-on experience in computational modeling.

We invite graduate students and postgraduate researchers to participate
in the course, held from June 16th through July 3rd, 2014 at an oceanfront
seminar house of the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate
University. Applications will open on January 6th and are through the course
web page (https://groups.oist.jp/ocnc) only; they will close February
9th, 2014.  Applicants are required to propose a project at the time of
application.  Applicants will receive confirmation of acceptance in March.

Like in preceding years, OCNC will be a comprehensive three-week course
covering single neurons, networks, and behaviors with ample time for student
projects. The first week will focus exclusively on methods with hands-on
tutorials during the afternoons, while the second and third weeks will
have lectures by international experts. We invite those who are interested
in integrating experimental and computational approaches at each level,
as well as in bridging different levels of complexity.

There is no tuition fee. The sponsor will provide lodging and meals during
the course and may support travel for those without funding. We hope that
this course will be a good opportunity for theoretical and experimental
neuroscientists to meet each other and to explore the attractive nature
and culture of Okinawa, the southernmost island prefecture of Japan.

Invited faculty:
 . Upinder Bhalla (NCBS, India)
 . Erik De Schutter (OIST)
 . Kenji Doya (OIST)
 . Tomoki Fukai (RIKEN, Japan)
 . Bernd Kuhn (OIST)
 . Javier Medina (University of Pennsylvania, USA)
 . Abigail Morrison (Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany)
 . Yael Niv (Princeton University, USA)
 . Tony Prescott (University of Sheffield, UK)
 . Magnus Richardson (University of Warwick, UK)
 . Bernardo Sabatini (Harvard University, USA)
 . Ivan Soltesz (UC Irvine, USA)
 . Greg Stephens (OIST)
 . Greg Stuart (Eccles Institute of Neuroscience, Australia)
 . Josh Tenenbaum (MIT, USA)
 . Jeff Wickens (OIST)
 . Yoko Yazaki-Sugiyama (OIST)


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From: Stephen Coombes <Stephen.Coombes@nottingham.ac.uk>
Date: Fri, Dec 20, 2013 at 8:34 AM
Subject: 3rd International Conference on Neural Field Theory, June 16 - 19

3rd International Conference on Neural Field Theory
University of Reading, June 16 - 19, 2014

Organised by Stephen Coombes, Peter beim Graben, Etienne Roesch, Ingo Bojak,
Roland Potthast, Kelly Sloan and Douglas Saddy

Neural Computation and Neural Field Theory is a growing and very active area
of research with important applications in medicine and technology. Activities
range from the simulation of individual neurons to numerical treatment
of neural field equations, from modeling and identification of cognitive
and psychological processes in a neural environment to building natural or
artificial devices.  The connection between models and measurement data is of
growing interest to researchers, from matching data with simplified models
up to solving large-scale data assimilation tasks. The community includes
researchers from medicine, psychology, physics, mathematics and engineering,
where ideas from different fields lead to a truly interdisciplinary and
highly catalysing environment. On this background the Reading Conferences
on Neural Field Theory contribute to the further development and shaping
of the community by bringing together well-known and young researchers in
an inspiring mixture of tutorials, special sessions and invited talks by
leaders in the field.

The 3rd International Conference on Neural Field Theory follows a highly
successful series of conferences which took place in 2010 and 2012 at the
University of Reading.

A provisional programme can be found at
http://www.inverseproblems.info/_media/icnft2014.pdf

Fee for Participants GBP 75. Lunches and Coffee will be provided. Please
register before Feb 28th 2014 by email to Africa Perianez:
a.perianez@pgr.reading.ac.uk. Poster contributions welcome.

Best regards, Steve
(on behalf of the organising committee)


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From: Doron Levy <dlevy@math.umd.edu>
Date: Wed, Dec 18, 2013 at 9:42 AM
Subject: Conference in honor of E. Tadmor's 60th birthday, Apr 28 - May 2

Modern Perspectives in Applied Mathematics: Theory and Numerics of PDEs

A Conference in Honor of Eitan Tadmor's 60th Birthday

April 28 - May 2, 2014

Hyatt Regency, Bethesda, MD

Limited support for researchers in the early stages of their career is
available. Applications for support must be submitted in the registration
by February 14, 2014.

Conference Website: http://www.ki-net.umd.edu/activities/tn60/

Contact: tn60@cscamm.umd.edu


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From: GRLMC <grlmc@urv.cat>
Date: Sun, Dec 22, 2013 at 1:06 PM
Subject: CfP: AlCoB 2014, July 1-3, Tarragona, Spain

3rd Call for Papers

1st INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON ALGORITHMS FOR COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY
AlCoB 2014
Tarragona, Spain

July 1-3, 2014

Organized by:
Research Group on Mathematical Linguistics (GRLMC)
Rovira i Virgili University

http://grammars.grlmc.com/alcob2014/


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From: Jansen, Vincent <Vincent.Jansen@rhul.ac.uk>
Date: Fri, Dec 20, 2013 at 7:55 AM
Subject: Fully funded PhD Studentship: Evolutionary Theory, Royal Holloway

The following 2 PhD Projects are on offer at Royal Holloway University
of London

Life history and genome architecture

The organization and architecture of the genome has been shaped by natural
selection. There is abundant evidence that many genomes contain parts
which were acquired from other organisms. Examples are viruses, which
have integrated in the genetic material in a cell, and plasmids found in
bacteria. The most striking examples are the acquisition of the genomes
of organelles such as chromoplasts and mitochondria, which have originated
from a fusion of cells.

One fundamental question regarding genome architecture is why, and how,
natural selection favours individual genes to cluster into nuclear genomes,
and what type of genes were selected to cluster. In this theoretical project
we will use mathematical and computer models to investigate this question.

When two genomes are brought together conflicts may arise. For the host cells,
the new genome could contain beneficial traits, as well as detrimental traits,
for instance bacterial viruses often carry genes which allow bacteria
to survive and multiply, but these same viruses can lyse the bacterial
cell. For the invading genome there is a tension between fully integrating
in their hosts' genome and optimizing the transmission together with the
host but in doing so giving up the possibility of independent transmission.

What we aim to investigate in this project is how selection has acted on
these genes, and whether selection would favour genes to cluster into a
nuclear genome, or not.

Intra-genomic Conflict and Medical Disorders

Intra-genomic conflict defies the logic of natural selection: why would
natural selection favor any gene whose expression reduces the fitness
of its host?  However intra-genomic conflict has left its signature in
many molecular mechanisms. A paradigmatic example of evolution driven by
intra-genomic conflict is the case of genomic imprinting where conflict
between paternally inherited and maternally inherited genes in the same
individual results in silencing of one gene but not the other.

Recently, genomic imprinting (and intra-genomic conflict in general) has
been linked to several diseases. For example, deletion of the PWS/AS cluster
of imprinted genes causes Prader-Willi syndrome (PWS) when the deletion
is paternally inherited but Angelman syndrome (AS) when it is maternally
inherited.  The clinical phenotype, regarding appetite and activity levels,
of children suffering from these syndromes is the reverse: poor sucking
and low weight in children with PWS but insatiable appetite and obesity in
children with AS.

This intriguing reversal of the clinical phenotype of a deletion is best
explained in the light of conflict between genes with different parental
origin.  In particular, it can be explained when paternally inherited
copies favor a greater allocation of maternal resources to offspring than
the maternally inherited copy does. We are interested in further exploring
the role of intra-genomic conflict in disease. Can we predict the risk of
developing diseases caused by genes in conflict? Can we suggest epigenetic
modifications that may palliate some symptoms?

Supervisors
Prof. Vincent A.A. Jansen and  Dr. Francisco Ubeda

Further details
These projects are suitable for candidates with some background or experience
in mathematical modeling or simulation at undergraduate level. We are
looking for candidates, either with a background in the life sciences, and
experience in mathematical or simulation modeling, or for candidates with
a background in a quantitative subject (e.g. mathematics, computer science,
physics) and an affinity for research in ecology and evolution.

The studentship has a maintenance allowance of £15726 per annum for 3 years
and a UK/EU tuition fee waiver. We expect candidates to have a 2.1 or first
class degree (or equivalent if not a UK degree).  Both studentships will be
held in the School of Biological Sciences of Royal Holloway, University of
London. The research in the School covers the breadth of biology and hosts
a number of theoretical researchers. The School was ranked among the best
UK Bioscience Departments in the last research assessment (RAE 2008). The
scenic Royal Holloway campus is on the outskirts of London.

If you are interested in applying please contact us informally before
the deadline at F.Ubeda@rhul.ac.uk  or Vincent.jansen@rhul.ac.uk. Apply
before the 4th of March following the link "How to apply" on
http://www.rhul.ac.uk/biologicalsciences/prospectivestudents/postgraduateresearch/phdstudentships2014.aspx
(projects 8 and 14); get in touch with Tracey Jeffries
(Tracey.Jeffries@rhul.ac.uk) for any application queries.


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From: Wang, Xujing (NIH/NHLBI) [E] <xujing.wang@nih.gov>
Date: Wed, Dec 18, 2013 at 12:45 PM
Subject: Postdoc/Research Fellowship: Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, NHLBI

Systems Biology Center
Division of Intramural Research (DIR)
National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Health and Human Services (HHS)

Position Description: Applicants are invited to apply for a postdoctoral
fellowship or research fellowship position in the Bioinformatics and Systems
Biology core, systems biology center at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood
Institute (NHLBI), the National Institute of Health (NIH) in Bethesda,
Maryland. The core has a vibrant, multidisciplinary team of scientists, and
closely collaborates with laboratory and clinical investigators.  The core
focuses on research, methodology development, education, and applications
in areas including but not limited to: network based analysis of Next-Gen
sequence (NGS) data, integration of multiple types of Big Data, multi-scale
modeling of emergent spatiotemporal orders in physiological systems. The
initial appointment can be renewed annually for up to 3-5 years, dependent
on performance. 2 positions are available.

Requirements: We expect one position to be filled with a recent PhD in
statistical genetics, mathematical genetics, biostatistics, or related
disciplines providing solid training in statistics and knowledge of
genetics/genomics; the second position to be filled with a recent PhD
in mathematical biology or applied mathematics, statistical physics,
biophysics, bioinformatics, computer science, or related disciplines providing
training and experience in quantitative science, mathematical modeling, and
appreciation of biological complexity. Individuals with experience in one of
the following areas are preferred though not required: analysis and modeling
of NGS data, graph theory and network modeling, data and mathematical model
integration, time course data modeling, and dynamical systems. Programming
skills in major programming languages R, Java, Python, and MatLab are
desirable. Need to be a team worker with good communication skills.

Duties and responsibilities: The primary role of one position is to lead
the statistical component of the core effort to develop NGS and proteomics
data analysis pipelines, and the analysis and network modeling of multiple
types of Omics data. The primary role of the second position is to lead the
network and/or mathematical biology effort of the core, including but not
limited to development of new metrics to characterize network structure,
state and dynamics, complex nonlinear dynamic systems applied to model
biological systems across multiple scales (molecular, cellular, etc).

How to apply: Applicants should submit the following: brief description of
research interests and career goals, CV, and contact information for three
references to Dr. Xujing Wang at xujing.wang@nih.gov.

Salary and Benefit: NIH offers highly competitive stipend and benefit,
and rich resources for fellows to develop and transit into independent
investigators.  More information can be found from the office of intramural
training and education: https://www.training.nih.gov/programs/postdoc_irp. The
advertisement will remain open until the position is filled.  

HHS and NIH are Equal Opportunity Employers


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From: Ann C Penlesky <penlesk2@uwm.edu>
Date: Thu, Dec 19, 2013 at 2:44 PM
Subject: Postdoc: Bioinformatics, LPHIG, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Laboratory for Public Health Informatics and Genomics
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Job Title: Bioinformatics Post Doctoral Fellow

Summary: The Laboratory for Public Health Informatics and Genomics (LPHIG)
at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee has one postdoctoral research fellow
position available for immediate appointment. The position is available for
bioinformaticians who are interested in translational science in support
of personalized medicine and public health by enhancing patient-centered
outcomes through analyzing genomic data, extracting meaningful information
from electronic heath/medical records and developing, conducting and
simulating predictive models.

The objective of LPHIG is to conduct research and seek translation of
genetic discoveries into better understanding of disease prevention and
health promotion. LPHIG conducts research and promotes collaborations with
local, regional and international public health organizations to identify
and test the use of genomics, genetics, electronic health records, and
other environmental data sources to improve patient centered outcomes and
achieve a reduction in inequalities in public health. We create approaches
that bring the power of emerging computational technology together with
biomedical and public health informatics techniques, tools and methods to
create applicable public health information and evidence. Current projects
include a pharmacogenetic patient-centered outcome research project to
develop optimized treatment plans for segmented patient populations by
conducting modeling, simulation and prediction studies based on large
longitudinal comprehensive electronic medical records (EMR) complemented
with genetic information and a molecular examination of the mechanisms of
transgenerational disease inheritance.

Role and Duties: As a member of LPHIG, the Fellow will assume important roles
in prioritized LPHIG projects including: leading the computational efforts
associated with LPHIG projects; work with the lab Director to identify and
describe key pilot projects; participate in multidisciplinary project team
projects to achieve research milestones; and participate in the training
of graduate and undergraduate students.

Qualifications: The ideal candidate has received their PhD in the
computational science, bioinformatics, or related field of study within the
last three years.  Candidate must excel at modern bioinformatics skills such
as python, perl, R, cluster computing or similar. Preference will be given
to applicants with demonstrated research aptitude and a driving interest in
improving medical research. The diversity of subject matter will require a
creative mind and a candidate capable of deploying imaginative strategies
and who is dedicated to solving complex and challenging problems. Applicants
should be highly motivated and flexible, with excellent communication skills,
and work well within an interdisciplinary environment.

How to apply: Email applications including curriculum vitae, summary
statement of personal objective and research interests, PDFs of no more
than three papers, and the names and email addresses of three references to:
Peter J. Tonellato, Ph.D., ptone@uwm.edu, 414-227-4019.

For general interest in working at the LPHIG send CV, statement of objective
and interests.


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From: <a.rocco@surrey.ac.uk>
Date: Thu, Dec 19, 2013 at 11:23 AM
Subject: Research Fellow: Mathematical Biology of Cell Differentiation, Surrey

Postdoctoral Research Fellow - Mathematical Biology of Cell Differentiation:
The role of Stochastic Fluctuations

Location: Department of Microbial & Cellular Sciences, Faculty of Health and
Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK

Closing Date: Wednesday, 22 January 2014
Anticipated Interview Date: Thursday, 30 January 2014
Summary: Fixed Term Contract for 36 months starting March 2014

Applications are invited for the post of Research Fellow in Mathematical
Biology of Cell Differentiation based in the Department of Microbial and
Cellular Sciences within the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences at the
University of Surrey, one of the UK's most prestigious universities. You
will undertake research in a vibrant, inter-disciplinary research environment
with an excellent international reputation.

You will be an important member of the research team investigating stem cell
differentiation in zebrafish. In particular, the project focuses on developing
a quantitative understanding of the gene regulatory network controlling fate
choice from bipotent precursors in the neural crest, and exploring how the
output of these networks is affected by stochastic fluctuations (noise) in
gene expression. This is a new exciting BBSRC-funded collaboration between
the University of Surrey (Dr Andrea Rocco - FHMS, Mathematical Biology)
and the University of Bath (Prof Robert Kelsh (Developmental Genetics)
and Dr Hartmut Schwetlick (Applied Mathematics)) utilising and developing
a Systems Biology approach, with strong interactions between experimental
and theoretical components.

The post-holder, based in Surrey in the group of Dr Rocco, but closely
interacting with Prof Kelsh and Dr Schwetlick, will be responsible for
developing the theoretical aspects of the project. The main responsibility of
the role will be to apply a combination of mathematical analysis techniques
and simulations to construct deterministic and stochastic models of the gene
regulatory network driving the differentiation process. The post holder is
expected to liaise with the experimental team in Bath to develop the models,
validate them, and inspire appropriate follow-up experiments.  

Candidates for this post should have a PhD in Theoretical Physics or
Applied Mathematics, very strong analytical and numerical skills, and be
keen to work at the interface between mathematical modelling and Biological
Sciences.  Experience with dynamical systems theory, statistical mechanics or
stochastic processes, in particular Master Equations and Langevin formalisms,
is highly advantageous.

The appointment will be full time for 36 months from £29,837 to £32,590 per
annum, depending on the profile and experience of the successful candidate.

In addition to salary you will receive a generous annual leave entitlement
and excellent development opportunities. Benefits package includes pension,
childcare assistance and leisure facilities.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dr Andrea Rocco
via email at A.Rocco@surrey.ac.uk .

You can apply online at www.surrey.ac.uk/jobs. Alternatively, for an
application pack, contact 01483 684596 (24 hour answer phone), or email
FHMS_HumanResources@surrey.ac.uk

We acknowledge, understand and embrace diversity.


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From: <g.cabaron@jobtarget.com>
Date: Fri, Dec 20, 2013 at 2:15 PM
Subject: Tenure-Track Faculty Position: Computational Biology, UCHC, UCONN

Position Title: Tenure-Track Faculty Position in Computational Biology
Location: Farmington, Connecticut, United States, 06030

The University of Connecticut Health Center (UCHC) is engaged in a major
expansion of its research programs in computational biology, bioinformatics,
and systems biology, as part of several transformative state initiatives. The
Bioscience Connecticut initiative, totaling approx. $1B, will expand UCHC
health care offerings and research capabilities, including the establishment
of the new Center for Quantitative Medicine (CQM). Other initiatives,
totaling over $2B, include the establishment at UCHC of the new Jackson
Laboratory for Genomic Medicine (JAXGM) and the Institute for Systems
Genomics, as well as the Next Generation Connecticut initiative at the
main campus, expanding the overall research efforts of the University. The
UCHC School of Dental Medicine (SDM) is recruiting a faculty member at the
assistant or associate professor level in computational biology, who will
play an important role in integrating these different initiatives, aided by a
tenure track appointment in an appropriate department in the SDM, a faculty
appointment at JAXGM and in CQM, and an affiliation with the Institute for
Systems Genomics. This unique rich combination of research capabilities in
a very dynamic and emerging environment provides this new faculty recruit
with an opportunity to create a truly transformative research program.

The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally-funded
research program in computational biology with a focus on microbial
genomics, metagenomics, and microbiome analysis. Opportunities exist
for collaborations with SDM faculty in the areas of microbial genomics,
ecology and/or host-pathogen interactions as they pertain to oral
diseases. Contribution to the classroom teaching of quantitative methods
within the SDM and mentoring of graduate students are also expected. It
is crucial in this position to be a consummate team player in a highly
interdisciplinary and dynamic environment that brings together clinicians,
biologists, molecular geneticists, and quantitative scientists.

Interested applicants should apply at https://jobs.uchc.edu/, search code
2014-483.

For inquiries, please contact Reinhard Laubenbacher, Center for Quantitative
Medicine, 860-436-7516, laubenbacher@uchc.edu

UCHC is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/PwD

Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/fjq3pjb


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