UMass Chan Medical School · 2 days ago
Post Doc - Open Rank
Worcester, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradUMass Chan Medical School is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, and Genomics in the Chan Zhou Lab. The role involves developing computational algorithms and methods to analyze sequencing data for biomedical discoveries, while benefiting from collaboration with leading biologists and physicians.
EducationHigher EducationMedical
Responsibilities
Develop new computational algorithms and statistical/quantitative methods
Combine bioinformatics technologies to process various types/platforms of sequencing data
Collaborate with world-class biologists and physicians
Tailor postdoc training to meet career goals
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. in computational biology, bioinformatics, computer science, applied mathematics, statistics, biophysics, engineering, biological sciences or related field. Ph.D. candidates anticipating thesis defense are encouraged to apply for hire after completion of Ph.D
Experience in method development (e.g. Machine learning, mathematical/statistical modeling, and AI) and/or analysis of high-throughput sequencing data is preferred
Working knowledge of molecular biology and sequencing technologies
Proficiency with Unix/Linux shell and at least one of the following programming languages: C, C++, Python, Perl or R
Excellent communication and writing skills
Previous record of independent research with first-/co-author publications
Able to work both independently and in teams
Excellent teamwork and time management with the ability to meet deadlines and multi-task across multiple research projects
Company
UMass Chan Medical School
Massachusetts’ first and only public academic health sciences center is made up of three graduate schools.
Founded in 1962
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$13.6MKey Investors
Centers for Disease Control and PreventionCommonwealth of Massachusetts
2025-11-18Grant· $2M
2024-04-03Grant· $11.6M
Leadership Team
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Marc Uknis
Adjunct Associate Professor Of Surgery, Microbiology & Applied Physiology
Michael Collins
Chancellor
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