Open Positions in the Brudno Group

We currently have a number of open positions for postdocs , graduate , and undergraduate students. Exceptional software developers / programmers will also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please see instructions below on how to apply for these positions.

Postdocs:
I am looking for smart, motivated postdocs to lead projects related to analysis of high throughput sequencing data. The optimal candidates will be completing, or have recently completed a PhD in Bioinformatics or a relevant area of Computer Science (e.g. Machine Learning or Algorithms), and have a proven publication record. While specific experience in Biology/Bioinformatics is not required (but is a big plus), willingness to learn the biological concepts and to work with biologists is crucial. Postdocs are expected to lead projects, potentially working with junior graduate students and undergrads, so excellent verbal and written English skills are necessary. If you are interested, please e-mail me with your CV (including list of publications and references), and a short description about your research interests, and which of our projects you would find most interesting.

Grad Students:
Admissions in the Computer Science Department are handled by a department-wide admissions committee, rather than by individual professors. Having said that, I am looking for 2-3 incoming graduate students to start working in my group in Fall 2010. If you are interested, please apply for admission through the DCS Admissions Website, and specify in your statement of purpose that you would be interested in working with me (as well as any other professor whose research interests may match yours). I (and all other professors you list) will read your folder, and if you are admitted to the department we can figure out if we should work together. I myself cannot admit you to the CS Department, so e-mailing me directly will have no effect on your chances of admission whatsoever.

Undergrads:
I have had a number of spectacular UofT undergrads work in my group through NSERC USRAs and independent study classes (such as CSC 494/495 or BCB 430). I am looking for sharp, extremely motivated students with a strong background both in algorithms (doing well in CSC 373, or at least CSC 263 or their equivalents) and programming.

If you are a current UofT undergrad interested in working in our group, you should e-mail me with you ROSI transcript (can be unofficial) and any resume/CV that you may have. The best time to apply is January or early February, so that you can be considered for an NSERC USRA for the summer, but exceptional students are welcome to contact me at other times as well.

Software Engineers/Developers:
While I am not expecting to hire any Software developers/Programmers in the immediate future, a exceptional candidate can get me to change my mind. Such an exceptional candidate will have good familiarity with basic algorithms and data structures, be extremely proficient in C/C++ (knowledge of Linux/Unix system administration is a big plus), and either have familiarity with basic biological concepts or a strong willingness to learn them. Software developers in my group have in the past been responsible for maintaining and improving code previously developed as part of a research project, as well as supporting specific new research projects. If you are currently located in Toronto, and believe you are one of those exceptional candidates, please e-mail me with a cover letter and resume/CV.