University of the Witwatersrand
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Two-Year Funded Postdoctoral Fellowship in Cancer Genomics at the University of the Witwatersrand University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa
Degree Level
Postdoc
Field of study
Computer Science
Funding
Full funding availableDeadline
Aug 20, 2026
Country
South Africa
University
University of the Witwatersrand

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Two-year funded postdoctoral fellowship in cancer genomics at the University of the Witwatersrand, South Africa, hosted by the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience and the Cancer Genetics Group led by Prof. Christopher Mathew.
The project is titled “Genetic risk and tumour biology of breast cancer in populations of African ancestry”. The research focuses on analyzing targeted sequencing and whole-exome sequencing data, using bioinformatics and statistical genetics to study susceptibility and tumour biology in African populations.
Applicants should have a PhD in human genetics, bioinformatics, or computational biology awarded within the last 5 years. Desirable experience includes NGS data analysis, variant interpretation, and proficiency in R and/or Python, Linux, and HPC. Peer-reviewed publications and team experience are also preferred.
Funding is provided for 2 years and is extendable. The fellowship includes supervision and mentorship in a multidisciplinary institute, access to large-scale genomic datasets and international collaborations, and support to publish, present, and co-supervise postgraduates.
To apply, submit a CV (max 5 pages), cover letter (max 2 pages), academic record, PhD certificate, and details of 3 referees via the online form. Deadline: 20 August 2026. Enquiries: sbimb@wits.ac.za / jocelyn.gayenga@wits.ac.za.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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