Postdoctoral Research Associate, Center for Public Health Genomics
7 months ago
Duties & Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will join a collegial and productive research team focused on the statistical integration of whole genome sequencing with transcriptomic and proteomic data sets. The goal of these projects will be to identify novel genes and pathways involved in determining risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and related traits in large multi-center human cohort and case-control studies. Analytical responsibilities will include analysis of bulk and single-cell transcriptomic data sets, genetic association analysis of common and rare disease variants and integrative systems genetics analysis of multi-omics data.
Minimum Requirements:
Ph.D. or related degree in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Epidemiology, or a related field (in hand by start date);
Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of statistics and genetics; experience with statistical software (R or Python); a strong work ethic; the ability to work independently combined with interest in developing new skill sets through postdoctoral training; willingness to work in a highly interactive and collegial group; and excellent written and oral communication skills. Desired qualifications include experience working with large-scale multi-center studies; working knowledge of existing tools for genetic analysis and data management; C, C++ programming skills; and experience working in a Unix / Linux environment.
This is a 12-month appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
This is an Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit hr.virginia.edu/benefits
This position will remain open until filled. The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. A completed pre-employment health screen is required for this position prior to employment.
Physical Demands :
This position can spend extensive periods of time standing and squatting while conducting experiments or caring for animals. Also requires keyboarding and other bench work and animal procedures requiring finer finger manipulation.
To Apply:
Please apply through Careers at UVA , and search for R0060493.
Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searching 'Find Jobs.'
Complete an application online with the following documents:
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Contact information for 3 references.
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