Duke University · 2 days ago
POSTDOCTORAL ASSOCIATE
Durham, NC
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDuke University School of Medicine is a top medical school focused on improving human health through interdisciplinary collaboration. They are seeking a Postdoctoral Associate in computational biology and bioinformatics to develop machine learning and artificial intelligence methods for genomics data and collaborate with various researchers in the field.
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Responsibilities
Develop novel machine learning and artificial intelligence (ML/AI) methods for genomics data, especially: large-scale single-cell genomics data, high-definition spatial genomics, digital pathology data
Apply the computational methods to understand biomedical problems like tumor microenvironment, immunology, and aging
Work with Dr. Yi Zhang to develop computational methods and collaborate with Dr. Tianlong Chen at UNC-CH, and/or with other groups in quantitative genomics areas in and outside Duke University
Join a highly collaborative team to develop ML/AI x genomics methodology, publish in top CompBio/CS conferences and high impact journals, and obtain training on career development in a supportive environment
Qualification
Required
PhD to expect in one year, or PhD completed in the last 1-3 years, in a quantitative discipline, such as Computational Biology, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Data science, Physics, Mathematics, Bioinformatics etc; Candidates with multidisciplinary backgrounds are welcome
Strong skills in computational and data analytical methodology development and implementation; experience in machine learning and deep learning models, and willingness to learn about new methods, is a plus
Strong programming skills in Python, and Linux Shell; experience in developing methods as open source repositories at e.g. GitHub is a plus
Strong motivation and interest to analyze genomics data and interpret biomedicine from data; experience in single-cell and spatial omics is a plus
Strong communication skills including writing, publishing, and presenting research at journal articles and conferences; proven track record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals as major author; willingness to collaborate in a multidisciplinary research environment
Company
Duke University
Duke University is a private research university providing undergraduate and postgraduate education in medicine and other disciplines.
Founded in 1838
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$71.15MKey Investors
North Carolina Biotechnology CenterUS Department of EnergyGlaucoma Research Foundation
2023-02-17Grant· $0.11M
2022-09-19Grant
2022-03-09Grant· $0.05M
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Professor and Director
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