Centre for Integrative Genetics (CIGENE)

A 28 month postdoc position for pioneering the modelling of the ageing heart is likely to be announced soon. This will be an exciting project aimed at representing how the ageing process affects heart function within the strongly established framework of the international Physiome project.  The work will be focused on pioneering the integration of mathematical representations of ageing processes in single cells and tissues with advanced multiscale models of the mammalian heart.

The candidate will join a collaborative team led by Peter Hunter, Bioengineering Institute, University of Auckland, Tom Kirkwood, Newcastle University and Stig W Omholt, Centre for Integrative Genetics, Norwegian University of Life Sciences.

The candidate will be formally affiliated with the Norwegian University of Life Sciences, but must be willing to stay for extensive periods in Auckland and Newcastle. Ideally, the candidate will have a strong background in mathematical modelling of biological systems and a good understanding of cell biology and physiology. However, proven talent and documented willingness to acquire new skills can compensate for gaps in formal qualifications.