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African Society of Human Genetics

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AfSHG was founded in 2003 with the aim of equipping the African scientific community and policy-makers with information and practical knowledge in genomics 🧬🌍

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African Society of Human Genetics@AfSHG_Genetics · Apr 26

Are you interested in a MSc in Bioinformatics of Infectious Diseases and Pathogen Genomics? This opportunity at Stellenbosch University is highly recommended— apply now if you’re interested. Deadline: 26 June 2025 More details below ⬇️

AfSHG_Genetics's tweet image. Are you interested in a MSc in Bioinformatics of Infectious Diseases and Pathogen Genomics? This opportunity at Stellenbosch University is highly recommended— apply now if you’re interested.

Deadline: 26 June 2025

More details below ⬇️

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Alex Young@YoungAlexL · Jul 24

Two postdoc positions available developing and applying AI and machine learning tools for neurodegenerative disease research with Prof Danny Alexander and I. Closing date 30th July. ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/se… ucl.ac.uk/work-at-ucl/se… @fishpiechicken

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Jules Griffin@julesgrif · Jul 23

A fully funded PhD studentship using mass spectrometry imaging of placenta to understand how exposure to an obesogenic environment in utero contributes to future chronic disease risks.. More details at: findaphd.com/phds/project/s…

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UCT@UCT_news · 6 h

The countdown continues! There are five days left to submit your undergraduate application to study at UCT in 2026. Start your future now at Africa’s top-ranked university. #ChooseUCT Apply now: applyonline.uct.ac.za

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Shahid Mukhtar@SMukhtarlab · 14 h

Hiring alert! Please RT! Lecturer/Sr. Lecturer position in Microbiology in the Department of Biological Sciences at Clemson University. Apply here 👉 apply.interfolio.com/170375 Active learning through creative inquiry (CI) projects with undergrads and dynamic working environment.

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Ensembl@ensembl · Jul 25

Happy Birthday to Rosalind Franklin (1920-1958), whose pioneering work on the crystal structure of DNA led to the discovery of DNA's double helix shape and ultimately to everything we do at Ensembl today! #DNA #WomeninSTEM

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Paballo Chauke@ChatWithChauke · 2 h

Opportunity alert 🚨 for Oppenheimer Memorial Trust Scholarship(s) for Masters, Doctoral and Postdoctoral Study for ALL disciplines (except for MBAs, DBAs/programmes with a narrow commercial focus). 📆Deadline: 28 August 2025 ℹ️More details & to apply: lnkd.in/edbAbqXU

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Jonathan Jacobs 🧬🦠🕹️🏕️@bioinformer · 16 h

My team at ATCC is growing! New #bioinformatics position! More to come too! If you’re an early career bioinformatics professional, have a passion for #genomics standards, quality and scientific reproducibility - then take a look!🧬🖥️ 🧫🦠🔬🚀 Let’s go! careers-atcc.icims.com/jobs/3992/bioi…

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DS-I Africa@DSI_Africa · 3 h

⏰ It's 29 days before the long-awaited Data for Health in Africa Meeting and 5th DS-I Africa Consortium Meeting at the Cedi Conference Centre, University of Ghana (@UnivofGh) from the 23rd–29th August 2025. 🤝 This landmark event is jointly funded by the Wellcome Trust…

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Dr. Manu Ramalho @[email protected]@Manu__Ramalho · 21 h

Come to join us! 🎉🫶 The Department of Biology invites applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Biology position! Learn more about the Department of Biology here: wcupa.edu/sciences-mathe…, and apply online at schooljobs.com/careers/wcupa/…

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Moreno-Mateos Lab@crisprscan · Jul 24

Hi there! We are lookig for a highly motivated and talented postdoctoral researcher to join our dynamic team starting in 2026. Please see the call for more details! Come on join us! It will be fun! :)

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ASHG@GeneticsSociety · 21 h

Happy Birthday to Rosalind Franklin—the brilliant scientist behind the discovery of DNA’s structure! We’re celebrating her legacy today with a fun trivia challenge in our IG Stories. Join us to test your knowledge & honor this legend! 📲 👉 @GeneticsSociety #ASHG #HumanGenetics

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Kevin Mitchell@WiringTheBrain · Jul 23

Very pleased to say we have an Assistant Professor job opening (tenure track) in the Department of Genetics at Trinity College Dublin! 😀 jobs.ac.uk/job/DOA399/ass… - deadline is August 19th! @tcdgenmicro @tcddublin

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ASHG@GeneticsSociety · Jul 24

Experience the power of innovation in the August 27 virtual workshop! Presenting the new large-scale imputation service, backed by the @NIH's @AllofUsResearch & @genome_gov's AnVIL, leave knowing how to apply the service to genomic data. Register: bit.ly/451YzHI

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DS-I Africa@DSI_Africa · Jul 25

📆 Road to Ghana Countdown Continues ⏰ It's 30 days before the long-awaited Data for Health in Africa Meeting and 5th DS-I Africa Consortium Meeting at the Cedi Conference Centre, University of Ghana from the 23rd – 29th August 2025. 🤝 This landmark event is jointly funded…

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Martin Kampmann@MartinUCSF · Jul 23

Tenure-track faculty search of the @Ucsf_Biochem Department is open for applications! We are looking for creative, innovative scientists asking fundamental questions in any area of biology. Join our vibrant, collaborative, and supportive community! aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05702

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Africa CDC@AfricaCDC · Jul 25

💡 What will it take to future-proof Africa’s public health workforce? Join us on 31 July for a high-level dialogue on building Africa’s talent pipeline in clinical genetics, genetic counselling, bioinformatics, and clinical trial platforms, all key pillars for the next wave of…

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Richard Bracken@bracken_rich · Jul 23

If you, are passionate about Thermal Physiology, Biomedical Engineering and Heating systems: NB: FULLY FUNDED PhD studentship with Swansea University & Hershel Infra-Red Heating Ltd. Please RT! jobs.ac.uk/job/DOA745/phd… @ThePhySoc @CASESsocial @SwanseaUni @swansearesearch

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Kenya Medical Research Institute@KEMRI_Kenya · Jul 24

Findings from a landmark study by KEMRI & Partners has shown that ivermectin, when administered through Mass Drug Administration (MDA), can reduce malaria transmission by 26%, offering a powerful complementary tool in the fight against #malaria 🔗kemri.go.ke/latest-press-r…

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Susanne Sattler@notimmuneatall · Jul 24

We have an opening for a motivated CardioImmunology PhD student! Come join us in Graz. PhD Application and Admission medunigraz.at/doktoratsstudi…

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MESA - the malaria knowledge hub@MESAmalaria · Jul 24

💉 Registration is open for @IVIHeadquarters’s 24th International Vaccinology Course 🗓 Sept 8–12, 2025 📍 Seoul | Kigali | Stockholm (hybrid format) 🔬 Open to global vaccinology professionals Apply by Aug 1 👉 shorturl.at/xQE3P

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