University of South Florida Libraries · 10 hours ago
Postdoctoral Scholar Research
Tampa, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$61K/yr - $90K/yrThe University of South Florida Libraries is seeking highly motivated candidates for multiple postdoctoral positions in the Health Informatics Institute. The successful candidates will work on NIH-funded projects to understand disease mechanisms and identify biomarkers for complex disorders, utilizing high-dimensional omics data.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Analyze high-throughput omics data (e.g., GWAS, WGS, RNA-seq, methylation, lipidomics, microbiome, single-cell)
Develop and implement novel statistical and machine learning methods for multi-omics integration
Prepare manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, assist with grant writing, develop independent grant proposals, and deliver presentations at scientific conferences
Collaborate within interdisciplinary teams and work independently
Qualification
Required
Doctoral degree from an accredited institution and appropriate experience and training within a selected area of specialization
Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow
Preferred
Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics/Statistics, Statistical Genetics, Genetic Epidemiology or related fields
Strong record of peer-reviewed publications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in shell scripting and programming (R, Python, C, C++, or Java) within UNIX/Linux environments, especially for handling large, diverse data files
Experience analyzing human sequence data using bioinformatics tools (e.g., SAMtools, GATK, Picard) and genetic databases (e.g., Ensembl Genes, 1000 Genomes, ESP, HapMap)
While not required, prior experience in multi-omics data analysis is highly desirable
Benefits
Medical, dental and life insurance plans
Retirement plan options
Employee and dependent tuition programs
Generous leave
Hundreds of employee perks and discounts
Company
University of South Florida Libraries
The University of South Florida Libraries accelerate learning and knowledge production through distinctive collections, information service innovation, and thought leadership.
Founded in 1956
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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