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North Carolina State University · 1 day ago

Postdoctoral Research Scholar

positionRaleigh, NC
timePart-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$63K/yr - $63K/yr

North Carolina State University is seeking a postdoctoral scholar to study the transfer of DNA between bacteria by viruses. The successful candidate will lead the computational and quantitative analysis of datasets to investigate horizontal gene transfer in microbial communities.

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Responsibilities

The postdoctoral scholar will lead the data analysis component of a multi-institutional project funded by NIH - NIAID to investigate horizontal gene transfer ( HGT ) in host-associated microbial communities mediated by viruses (transduction)
This will include the analysis of combined metagenomics/metaproteomics data from new experiments, the evaluation of current methods used in that analysis, and the conception and implementation of new computational methods for improving the analysis of metagenomic/metaproteomic data
Participation in monthly project meetings with collaborators, presentation of research at conferences and preparation of manuscripts

Qualification

PhD in life sciencesPhD in computational sciencesData analysisMetagenomics analysisMetaproteomics analysisR programmingPython programmingReferences for contributionsCommunication skills

Required

A PhD in the life sciences OR the computational/quantitative sciences
Strong written and oral communication skills
Two references that can speak to the candidate's potential for meaningful contributions to science

Preferred

Experience analyzing high-throughput biological data, such as shotgun metagenomics data, RNA-seq, or LC-MS/MS based proteomics data
Proficiency using the command line and data science platforms such as R or Python
Experience evaluating the accuracy and performance characteristics of measurements or classifications

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement and Leave
Faculty and Staff Assistance Program
Enhance your career with LEAD courses
Attend non-revenue generating sporting events for free.
Childcare benefits
Wellness & Recreation Membership
Wellness Programs

Company

North Carolina State University

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North Carolina State University is an educational institution that offers graduate and undergraduate programs.
dateFounded in 1887
location
Raleigh, North Carolina, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
http://www.ncsu.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$60.84M
Key Investors
National Institute of Food and AgricultureNational Safety CouncilBezos Earth Fund
2024-06-26Grant· $0.27M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
2024-05-31Grant· $30M

Leadership Team

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