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Morehouse School Of Medicine Bioinformatician/Postdoctoral fellow in Atlanta, Georgia
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We exist to:
• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.
At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !
Posting Number ACAD388
Job Title Bioinformatician/Postdoctoral fellow
Position Title Bioinformatician/Postdoctoral fellow
Position Type Non-Faculty
Number of vacancies 2
Salary Commensurate with experience
Department Neuroscience Institute
Position Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine’s Neuroscience Institute is seeking two bioinformatics post-doctoral fellows who wish to help unravel the interplay between genomics and social determinants of health impacts on health disparities. Two NIH funded positions to work with Dr Meller and Dr Charles Searles (Emory) investigating RNA and epigenetic marks in samples obtained from a longitudinal cardiovascular risk/ health study. These positions are available immediately for at least two years.
*This position is funded by an NIH grant and the position is for two years, in the first instance.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Advanced degree (PhD or equivalent) in a biology or a health science discipline, genetics, mathematics, computer science and appropriate research experience.
Experience: Excellence in research as shown by publications in quality journals.
*This position is funded by an NIH grant and the position is for two years, in the first instance.
Preferred Qualifications
Closing Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/16710
EEO Statement Summary
Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Job Duties
Description of Job Duty
The ideal candidate will have some experience in genetics analysis, transcriptome analysis, Linux (bash) programming, R based analysis packages (or python) and prediction modeling. Further experience in either epidemiology, applied mathematical data analytics, or translational human health projects are also desirable.
The person will have direct day to day responsibility for running the project, which includes design, execution, and analysis of the data acquired. The person is expected to disseminate results at conferences and in journal publications. The candidate should be a team player, capable of working in a team, as well as show initiative and independence. They should be highly detail orientated and capable of efficient time management.
In addition to performing the above duties, the candidate will be expected to assist the PI in overseeing laboratory activities, supervising trainees, and writing grants and publications. The post doc will be expected to develop their own line of research with potential for future funding.
Other duties
Coordinates and participates in a variety of duties to assist investigators in data collection, verification, and compilation of research information related to various fields of research which may include behavioral, community-based and/or clinical research as requested.
May assist in protocol design.
Investigates and proposes alternative experimental procedures for consideration by a principal investigator.
Assists in planning and scheduling research procedures.
Under general supervision, performs a variety of defined research and laboratory tests and experiments according to prescribed protocols and assigned schedules. Sets up experiments as prescribed by a principal investigator.
May be responsible for demonstrating and training others in the proper use/operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.
May conduct literature reviews for related research developments and techniques and compiles findings.
May monitor the handling, storage and disposal of hazardous substances.
*This position is funded by an NIH grant and the position is for two years, in the first instance.
Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization
Immunization Requirements
It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are required to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- What is your highest level of completed education?
High School/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
EdD, MD, PhD, DrPH, JD
- Please provide your salary requirement. Do Not Enter Negotiable, a specified salary range is required. Not providing a salary requirement will result in your application being incomplete and will not be considered.
(Open Ended Question)
- Describe your prior experience using bioinformatics
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae or Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter