Research Associate - Hong Lab

Salary Range : $61,008-$71,532 Commensurate with Experience

Pay Basis : Monthly

Position Status : Regular full-time

Location : [Location not provided]

Posting Open Date : 02 / 20 / 2025

Posting Close Date : 03 / 16 / 2025

Open Until Filled : No

Desired Start Date : 04 / 15 / 2025

Job Summary

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the computational systems biology group at the Department of Biological Sciences, The University of Texas at Dallas. Work in the group involves using machine learning and omics data analysis to gain insights into biological systems, including cancer cell plasticity, immune response, and pattern formation in development. Research projects are in close collaboration with other research groups at UT Dallas and other institutions. The postdoctoral scholar will receive training from a primary mentor and other mentors through collaboration. The postdoctoral scholar will have opportunities to develop new theories and data analytical methods. The group is a supportive, interdisciplinary environment that values mutual respect, collaborative science, and high-quality research.

Minimum Education and Experience

Ph.D in a related field.

Preferred Education and Experience

Doctoral degree in mathematics, statistics, computer science, computational biology, or bioinformatics. A publication track record in relevant areas. Proficiency in at least one of the following languages : Python, R, Julia. Excellent written and oral communication skills and the ability to communicate in English to a scientific audience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Process and analyze omics data
• Construction and analysis of dynamic, statistical and / or ML models
• Collaboration with multi-disciplinary teams
• Preparation and presentation of results in open literature journals and at relevant conferences

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

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Additional Information

A remote work schedule is not available for this position.

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