Research Associate in Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology

2 days ago

Charlottesville, Virginia, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time
Job Title: Research Associate in Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology

We are seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join our team at the Center for Public Health Genomics, Department of Public Health Sciences, University of Virginia. The successful candidate will work on ongoing projects in the field of Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology, focusing on identifying genetic and molecular biomarkers for cancer risk and prognosis, and investigating microbiome-host interactions in cancer development.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research in Genetic and Molecular Epidemiology, including DNA methylome-wide association studies and N 6-methyladenosine transcriptome-wide association studies
  • Work on multi-omics analyses of lower airway microbiome in lung cancer prognosis and microbiome-host interactions in colorectal neoplasia
  • Develop and implement computational and experimental research methods to analyze and interpret large-scale omics data
  • Collaborate with the research team to design and execute research studies, and to analyze and interpret results
Requirements:
  • Ph.D., M.D., or equivalent degree in Epidemiology, Medicine, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, or related health sciences
  • Experience working with next-generation sequencing data and population-based cohort studies, as well as skills in using R and/or Python for statistical analyses and programming
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • At least one peer-reviewed publication from PhD research as a lead author written in English with submitted, accepted, or published status at the time of application
What We Offer:
  • A comprehensive and personalized training in research and career development
  • Support to apply for intramural and/or extramural funding, e.g., K awards from NIH
  • A 12-month appointment with the possibility of renewal contingent upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding

This is a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers, with occasional travel required for meetings and programs. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates. To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, and contact information for 3 references through Workday. The position will remain open until filled.

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