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Postdoctoral Associate in computational biology

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Job No: 532483 Work Type: Full Time Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL) Categories: Biology/Life Science Department: 19340000 - EG-BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING

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 to xiaofan@ufl.edu. Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required No

Our Commitment The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Application Link To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/532483

Disability Accommodation Contact Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.

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