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The University of Tennessee Health Science Center · 3 months ago

Postdoctoral Scholar-Pediatrics Infectious Disease

positionMemphis, TN
timeInternship
remoteOnsite
seniorityIntern

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to work in Pediatrics Infectious Disease. This role involves developing and analyzing mathematical models of the immune response to viral and bacterial infections, contributing to research projects, and collaborating with other team members.

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Responsibilities

Designs, implements, and analyzes novel dynamical mathematical and computational models
Prepares manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and contributes to grant proposals
Utilizes models to generate new hypotheses and help design new experiments
Develop independent research skills and career trajectory
Collaborate with other lab members, faculty, staff, and external colleagues on research projects
Presents findings at lab meetings, seminars, and conferences
Maintains accurate records and ensures reproducibility of results
Assists with progress reports and manages research resources responsibly
Provides technical guidance and mentorship to students

Qualification

ViralBacterial modelingModel developmentData-driven modelingMatlab programmingPython programmingInterdisciplinary researchCommunication skillsTeam collaborationMentoring skills

Required

Ph.D. in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field
Skill in viral and bacterial infection and immune response modeling
Demonstrated ability to conduct interdisciplinary research in these areas
Skill in model development, including formulation, implementation, and validation of computational approaches
Knowledge of parameter estimation techniques and skill in applying data-driven modeling methods to complex biological data
Proficient programming skills in Matlab and/or Python, with the ability to write efficient, well-documented code
Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present research clearly to scientific and non-scientific audiences
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively in a team
Skill in mentoring and providing guidance to graduate students, technicians, or undergraduate researchers

Company

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center

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Established in 1911, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center aims to improve human health through education, research, clinical care and public service.
dateFounded in 1911
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Memphis, Tennessee, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.uthsc.edu/

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$10.91M
Key Investors
National Cancer InstituteHealth Resources and Services Administration
2022-08-26Grant· $3.16M
2022-07-26Grant· $3.9M
2022-03-31Grant· $2.05M

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Raaj Kurapati
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