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University of Miami · 2 months ago

Post Doctoral Associate

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

The University of Miami is seeking a Full Time Postdoc Associate to work at the UHealth medical campus. The role involves conducting scientific research under supervision, preparing reports for publication, and developing analytical models to support strategic decisions in cancer research.

Higher Education

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Responsibilities

Conducts research on specific areas of study as assigned

Prepares research reports and technical papers for publishing

Investigates the feasibility of applying a wide variety of scientific principles and theories

Maintains substantial knowledge of state-of-the-art principles and theories

Develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions

Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets

Qualification

Computational BiologyNext-Generation SequencingData AnalysisR/BioconductorPythonProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsOrganizational Skills

Required

Ph.D. in relevant field

Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data

Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems

Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions

Strong computational biology skills

Solid training in quantitative sciences

Sound knowledge of statistics and R/Bioconductor

Experience with next-generation sequencing (NGS) data analysis

Understanding of epigenome biology

Solid programming skills in scripting and/or compiled languages

Familiarity with Linux/Unix environment and compute clusters

Strong oral and written communication skills

Good organizational, communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment

Ability to write manuscripts independently

Excellent communications skills in English (both verbal and written)

Proficiency in using R/Bioconductor and Perl/Python for genomic data analysis

Preferred

Previous experience with epigenome-wide assays

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Tuition remission

And more

Company

University of Miami

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At UM you'll join a diverse and energized academic community.

Founded in 1925

Coral Gables, fl, US

5001-10000 employees

http://miami.edu

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