University of Virginia · 9 hours ago
Research Associate, Department of Genome Sciences
Charlottesville, VA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Virginia's Department of Genome Sciences is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a research team focused on the statistical integration of whole genome sequencing with transcriptomic and proteomic data sets. The role involves analyzing data sets related to chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other traits, while contributing to a collaborative research environment.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Work in the lab of Dr. Ani Manichaikul
Join a collegial and productive research team focused on the statistical integration of whole genome sequencing with transcriptomic and proteomic data sets
Identify novel genes and pathways involved in determining risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and related traits in large multi-center human cohort and case-control studies
Analyze bulk and single-cell transcriptomic data sets
Conduct genetic association analysis of common and rare disease variants
Perform integrative systems genetics analysis of multi-omics data
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Genetics, Epidemiology, Computational Biology, or a related field
Preferred
Enthusiastic and ambitious individual with a strong interest in our research and laboratory environment
Willingness to learn new computational approaches and design projects independently
Eagerness to apply for postdoctoral grants and to take advantage of other career development opportunities
Interest in working with junior lab members
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of statistics and genetics; experience with statistical software (R or Python)
Experience working with large-scale multi-center studies
Working knowledge of existing tools for genetic analysis and data management
C, C++ programming skills
Experience working in a Unix / Linux environment
Benefits
This is an exempt-level, benefited position.
For more information on the benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits.
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