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Postdoctoral Associate in Bioinformatics
Job No:
536903 Work Type:
Full Time Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Job Description We are seeking a fully funded postdoctoral associate position in bioinformatics and computational biology. This position will be jointly mentored by Dr. Li Chen (onsite) in the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Florida and Dr. Hongkai Ji (remote) in the Department of Biostatistics at Johns Hopkins University. The role focuses on developing statistical, machine learning and deep learning methods to analyze multi‑omics data (genetic, epigenetic, transcriptomic, imaging, single‑cell genomics and spatial omics) with the goal of understanding the underlying genetic architecture of complex traits and diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and apply statistical and computational methods for multi‑omics data analysis.
Conduct data analysis and perform rigorous interpretation.
Write manuscripts and present research findings at conferences.
Assist with grant application preparation.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in R or Python.
Prior experience in genetic or genomic data analysis.
Application Requirements Applicants must upload a CV, a letter of intent (including a brief summary of past and current research), a writing sample if available (published or arXiv/bioRxiv manuscript), and contact information for at least two professional references.
Application review will begin immediately and continue until a suitable applicant pool is established.
Contact Dr. Li Chen – li.chen1@ufl.edu Dr. Hongkai Ji – hji@jhu.edu
Additional Information Expected salary: $62,232 annually (commensurate with experience and in accordance with NIH postdoctoral salary guidelines). Postdoctoral associates are eligible for comprehensive health and leave benefits and have access to faculty research resources. Professional development funds are available each training year.
All final candidates will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. Transcripts must be issued as “Official.” Degrees earned from institutions outside the U.S. require evaluation by a professional credentialing service approved by NACES (http://www.naces.org/).
For accommodations due to disability, please call 352‑392‑2477 or use the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD). Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.
Our Commitment: The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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536903 Work Type:
Full Time Location:
Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Job Description We are seeking a fully funded postdoctoral associate position in bioinformatics and computational biology. This position will be jointly mentored by Dr. Li Chen (onsite) in the Department of Biostatistics at the University of Florida and Dr. Hongkai Ji (remote) in the Department of Biostatistics at Johns Hopkins University. The role focuses on developing statistical, machine learning and deep learning methods to analyze multi‑omics data (genetic, epigenetic, transcriptomic, imaging, single‑cell genomics and spatial omics) with the goal of understanding the underlying genetic architecture of complex traits and diseases.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and apply statistical and computational methods for multi‑omics data analysis.
Conduct data analysis and perform rigorous interpretation.
Write manuscripts and present research findings at conferences.
Assist with grant application preparation.
Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Statistics, Mathematics or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Proficient in R or Python.
Prior experience in genetic or genomic data analysis.
Application Requirements Applicants must upload a CV, a letter of intent (including a brief summary of past and current research), a writing sample if available (published or arXiv/bioRxiv manuscript), and contact information for at least two professional references.
Application review will begin immediately and continue until a suitable applicant pool is established.
Contact Dr. Li Chen – li.chen1@ufl.edu Dr. Hongkai Ji – hji@jhu.edu
Additional Information Expected salary: $62,232 annually (commensurate with experience and in accordance with NIH postdoctoral salary guidelines). Postdoctoral associates are eligible for comprehensive health and leave benefits and have access to faculty research resources. Professional development funds are available each training year.
All final candidates will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire. Transcripts must be issued as “Official.” Degrees earned from institutions outside the U.S. require evaluation by a professional credentialing service approved by NACES (http://www.naces.org/).
For accommodations due to disability, please call 352‑392‑2477 or use the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD). Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required.
Our Commitment: The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
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