Position ID: | CMC-Human Resources-COMPBIO_POSTDOC [#24875] |
Position Title: | Postdoctoral Research Associate - Computational Biology & Bioinformatics |
Position Type: | Postdoctoral |
Position Location: | Claremont, California 91711-4417, United States [map] ![]() |
Subject Areas: | Biology / Computational biology, data science, Genomics, Human Microbiome Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science |
Salary Range: | $75000 plus benefits |
Appl Deadline: | (posted 2023/07/28, listed until 2023/12/31) |
Position Description: |
The Postdoctoral Research Associate will have a responsibility for conducting computational biology and bioinformatics research in the areas of genomics, microbiome analysis, and microbial ecology. The candidate will join Professor Shibu Yooseph’s Computational Biology research group in the Kravis Department of Integrated Sciences at Claremont McKenna College. An ideal candidate will have a background in the computational sciences, and will lead the development, implementation, and application of combinatorial and machine learning algorithms to analyze microbiome data. This position involves knowledge of algorithms design, computer programming, and biological data analysis. Candidates who aspire to establishing themselves as independent researchers and innovative teachers are strongly encouraged to apply. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:
EDUCATION: A Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or other computational sciences. EXPERIENCE: Research experience (3-4 years) in algorithm design and in the analysis of sequence data obtained from various next-generation DNA sequencing technologies.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES: Individual must possess knowledge, skills, and ability to be able to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
START DATE: This is a two-year position. We are looking to fill this position immediately, with a latest start date of January 1, 2024. HOURS: The regular hours for this position are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Holiday, weekend and evening work hours may be required. Travel may be required. CLASSIFICATION AND STATUS: This is a non-exempt, regular, full-time, benefits-eligible position. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None. BACKGROUND CHECK: The successful candidate will be required to undergo a full background check. Employment is contingent on the satisfactory results of the check, in addition to compliance with requirements cited in this job description. ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential or fundamental job duties of this position. It is assumed that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others. It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title 1 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Equal Employment Opportunity: Claremont McKenna College is an equal opportunity employer. In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the College actively encourages applications from members of historically under-represented groups in higher education.
DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the College will review this job description and make changes of business necessity. |