Postdoctoral Associate in Genomics

2 weeks ago

New Haven, Connecticut, United States Yale University - Department of Genetics Full time

We are seeking a motivated postdoc to join our growing team in the Yale Center of Genomic Health, Department of Genetics, Yale School of Medicine; the Lake Lab. Our lab uses computational and experimental methods to determine how genetic variation in mitochondria underlie health and disease in humans.

We are specifically looking for a postdoc to spearhead computational projects at the intersection of human genetics and mitochondrial genomics, who will apply and develop new approaches for analyzing genetic variants and their role in disease. We value diversity of backgrounds in our team and seek candidates who can commit to a multiyear appointment, reviewed annually. The start date can be flexible, and as soon as summer 2024.

The lab is in the Yale School of Medicine which offers an outstanding training environment for postdoctoral scientists, with state-of-the-art research facilities and vast resources to support professional development. For more information about our lab and publications see our website:

Responsibilities

  • Use bioinformatic tools to analyze large-scale genomics datasets
  • Develop and apply methods for analyzing genetic variation
  • Prepare high-impact manuscripts for publication and conference presentations
  • Attend and present at lab meetings, journal clubs, and departmental seminars
  • Contribute to the mentoring of students and junior scientists in the lab
  • Assist in the preparation of grant proposals
  • Maintain code and pipelines, and support lab operations as needed
  • Positively contribute to lab culture

Mentoring & Professional Development

The lab has a strong emphasis on mentorship and values the opportunity to train future leaders in genetics and genomics. The PI will work with the successful candidate to develop and implement a mentorship plan tailor-made for their goals, interests, and needs, and provide ongoing support for the advancement of goals via regular meetings. Mentorship will be provided for fellowship applications, manuscript writing, presentations, and skills for independence.

The successful candidate will gain access to a range of career development opportunities at Yale. This includes seminars from internationally renowned researchers and 'Meet the Speaker' lunches, and professional development and networking activities via the Yale Postdoctoral Association, Yale Office for Career Strategy, and other offices at Yale.

Qualifications

Candidates should have or be close to obtaining a PhD in either genetics, genomics, computational biology, bioinformatics, or a related field.

Experience with programming languages and the command line interface is required. Experience with one or more of the following is desired: large-scale genomic analyses, variant calling, cloud computing, machine learning methods, and or statistical genetics.

The ideal candidate will also demonstrate:

  • A high level of drive and initiative, and track record of impactful research outcomes
  • Experience writing manuscripts published in peer-reviewed journals
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Eagerness to learn and establish new methods, and good problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Desire to contribute to the mentorship of students and junior scientists in the lab
  • Experience in, or strong understanding of, human genetics research.

Position Information

This is a full-time, in-person position at Yale in the vibrant city of New Haven, Connecticut, with a competitive salary from $68,000 a year and access to a range of benefits.

Application Instructions

Please email (1) a cover letter summarizing your experiences, research interests, and career goals, and why you are interested in pursuing a postdoc in our lab, (2) your CV, including contact details of three references, and (3) when you are available to start, to Dr. Lake at using the subject 'Postdoc Application - Yale Lake Lab'. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. Yale values diversity among its students, staff, and faculty and strongly welcomes applications from women, persons with disabilities, protected veterans, and underrepresented minorities.

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