Post Doctoral Fellow

The Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology and the Institute of Genomic Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine is looking for a talented Postdoctoral Fellow in Statistical Genetics/Genetic Epidemiology. This Postdoctoral Fellow position will be funded through the Chan-Zuckerberg Initiative with Morehouse School of Medicine and the selected fellow will participate in a translational research project. This position focuses on the analysis and interpretation of genotype and sequence data from African descent patient samples, with the goal of generating the knowledge to provide improved insight on predictive ancestral risk variants, risk assessment and stratification, and improved prognosis and improved outcomes in this population.

Under the supervision of the Assistant Professor, the Postdoctoral Fellow will perform a variety of research analyses in collaboration with an academic supervisor, making innovative contributions that may be translated to in vitro discovery and validation in the laboratory. The Postdoctoral Fellow in this position will consult with Assistant Professor on the scope and plan of approach to a research project; reads abstracts and articles; organizes and plans techniques; contributes original ideas to genomic analysis and prepares written reports of laboratory experimental methods and analyses. Skills used in the lab include analyses of large genomic datasets using established statistical genetic methods, development of novel methods for analysis of family genomic studies and bioinformatics. Excellent organization, work presentation (in the form of written reports), and communication skills are required.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree in life or biomedical sciences, or a related discipline is required. (Examples include biological sciences, pharmacology, bioinformatics, statistical genetics, computational biology, biomedical informatics, or related fields of study.)

• Experience working with genomic (e.g., DNA-seq, RNA-seq) data

• Computer programming skills and experience

• Experience or a desire in communicating insights and presenting concepts to diverse audiences.

• Ability to work independently and as a part of research team.

• High motivation and desire to be part of multidisciplinary group.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).

• Preferable strong knowledge of cellular and/or cancer biology.

Preferred Qualifications Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/19333 EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

• Performs a variety of routine and non-routine analysis of large genomic datasets. Records and validates results for accuracy and completeness.

• Develop and/or apply bioinformatic tools to process, analyze and interpret high throughput genomic data sets.

• Apply biological and statistical knowledge to draw rigorous, actionable conclusions from complex data sets.

• Communicate findings internally and externally.

• Troubleshoots procedures if analysis results are unexpected or unsatisfactory. Recommends alternative procedures.

• Responsible for accurately recording work performed including results and methodology. Calculates, compiles and analyzes data obtained from work performed.

• Independently evaluates research data and initiates alternative approaches to improve the quality of results by providing input to overall research design.

• Knowledge of bioinformatics and/or epigenetics is essential

• Knowledge of molecular biology is ideal.

• Familiarity with public bioinformatics databases and resources.

• Contributes to preparation of manuscripts and grant submissions.

• Travels to meetings to represent the lab and to present new data.

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Posting Specific Questions

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• What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., J.D. or other) from a regionally accredited college or university

• Masters degree from a regionally accredited college or univeristy

• Bachelors degree from a regionally accredited college or university

• Associate's degree from a regionally accredited college or university

• High School diploma or GED

• My college degrees were conferred but are not accredited or recognized by the Dept. of Education

• Describe your related experience and provide with length of experience.

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• Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Optional Documents

• Resume

• Teaching Philosophy

• Letter of Reference 1

• Writing Sample

• Other Document