Computational Biologist

Company Overview: The University of Pittsburgh is a world-renowned institution seeking innovative researchers to join our esteemed faculty.

Job Title: Assistant Professor in Computational and Systems Biology

Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $180,000 per annum

Job Description:

The successful candidate will lead a research team addressing key biomedical questions using computational and systems biology approaches. This position involves facilitating the translation of fundamental discovery towards clinical application. Our ideal candidate has a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in Computational or Systems Biology or a related field, with at least 1-3 years of postdoctoral experience and a strong track record of publishing impactful work.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Biological Systems Modeling: Develop models that align with data, offer biological insights, and guide future research.
• Systems Genetics: Map genetic changes and traits (including disease) using large-scale experimental and computational approaches.
• Molecular Mechanism and Therapeutics: Understand and exploit interplay between proteins and other biological macromolecules.

Benefits:

• Mentor students in multiple interdisciplinary graduate programs.
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion through documented interest in mentoring.

Others:

We welcome candidates who combine 'dry' work with 'wet' experimental approaches. As a member of our faculty, you will have opportunities to collaborate with esteemed colleagues and contribute to cutting-edge research projects.