Postdoctoral Associate (Computational Biology)
Company: University of Miami
Location: Miami
Posted on: February 25, 2021
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Job Description:
Postdoctoral Associate (Computational Biology) Miami, FL Current
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please review this tip sheet . Transforming Lives The University of
Miami is among the top research universities and academic medical
centers in the nation, and one of the largest private employers in
South Florida.With more than 16,000 faculty and staff, the
University strives for excellence, and is driven by a powerful
mission to transform and impact the lives of its students,
patients, members of the community, and people across the globe.The
University is committed to fostering a culture of belonging, where
everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to add value. Through
values of Diversity, Integrity, Responsibility, Excellence,
Compassion, Creativity, and Teamwork (DIRECCT) the U community
works together to create an environment driven by purpose,
excellence, community, and service.About This PositionThe John P.
Hussman Institute for Human Genomics at the University of Miami,
Miller School of Medicine is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to
work in computational genomics. Working with Drs. Margaret
Pericak-Vance and William K. Scott, the successful candidate will
participate in large-scale collaborations examining the genetics of
age-related macular degeneration ( AMD ) and glaucoma. These
projects include collaborations with investigators at Bascom Palmer
Eye Institute and the University of Pennsylvania, as well as
participation in the International AMD Genomics Consortium ( IAMDGC
) and NEIGHBORHOOD (glaucoma) consortia. This team of investigators
is comprised of molecular geneticists, neurologists,
bioinformaticians, and statistical and genetic epidemiologists who
work together on human genetic diseases. The qualified candidate
will be working on research directed towards identifying
environmental factors, genes and the mechanisms that they influence
to increase risk and outcomes. Also the candidate will gain
experience with next generation sequencing ( NGS ) data
analysis.Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in statistical genetics,
statistics, genetic epidemiology, or bioinformatics or M.D. 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. A bility to
work as part of an interdisciplinary team. The University of Miami
offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package
including medical, dental, tuition remission and
more.UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's
only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient
care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education
at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we
are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean.
Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and
sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters
each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide
recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care.
We're the challenge you've been looking for.Patient safety is a top
priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season
(September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of
Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to
patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where
patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care
areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet
this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of
employment. The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity
Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with
Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are
protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected
by Federal law. Click here for additional information.Job
Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:r5 Posted 25 Days Ago
Full time R100041855 About Us A vibrant and diverse academic and
healthcare community, the University of Miami and the University of
Miami Health System have rapidly progressed to become one of the
nation's top research universities and academic medical centers in
the nation. A private research university with more than 17,000
students from around the world, the University of Miami is focused
on creating a future that cuts across geographic, cultural, and
intellectual borders. The University comprises 11 schools and
colleges serving undergraduate and graduate students in more than
180 majors and programs. The University ranks No. 57 on U.S. News &
World Report's 2020 Best Colleges list and ranked No. 49 in the
2020 Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College Rankings.
Established in 1925 during the region's famous real estate boom,
today the University is a major research university engaged in
nearly $346 million in research and sponsored program expenditures
annually. While the majority of this work is housed at the Miller
School of Medicine, investigators conduct hundreds of studies in
other areas, including marine science, engineering, education, and
psychology. Bascom Palmer Eye Institute is ranked the #1 eye
hospital in the USA and offers some of the nation's premiere eye
doctors to treat every eye condition for adults. Sylvester
Comprehensive Cancer, part of the Miller School of Medicine,
received the prestigious National Cancer Institute designation in
2019.
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