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University of Florida Postdoctoral Associate in computational biology in Gainesville, Florida
Postdoctoral Associate in computational biology
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Work type: Post Doc Associate
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Biology/Life Science
Department: 19340000 - EG-BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
Classification Title:
Postdoctoral Associate
Job Description:
Dr. Xiao Fan’s laboratory (https://xiaofan-lab.github.io/) in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at the University of Florida has a fully-funded postdoctoral associate position. Fan Lab aims to understand genetic causes of rare human diseases using case-control association studies, and improving interpretation of genetic variations using machine learning methods. Research projects will involve study design, data acquisition, method development, data analysis, and software/database maintenance.
Expected Salary:
Salary will commensurate with experience and will follow NIH guidelines.
Minimum Requirements:
- PhD in computer science, statistical genetics, bioinformatics or related quantitative subject.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with high performance computing
Experience with deep learning modelling
Experience with bioinformatics projects
Relevant publications in peer-reviewed journals
Ability to mentor junior team members
A strong background in programming (e.g. python or R)
Demonstrated experience with machine learning modelling
Interest in learning biological/genetic concepts
Excellent communication skills
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Interested applicants should send a CV, statement of interest, and contact information for three references toxiaofan@ufl.edu.
Time limited positions are based on circumstances, such as funding sources, which control the length of time for which the position is available. A time-limited position has the same rights as a position with a regular appointment modifier, except such position does not have rights provided for layoff, recall, and notice of non-reappointment. It is at the discretion of the college or unit to determine if a position is time-limited.
Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.
Health Assessment Required:No
Advertised: 26 Jul 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
