Claremont McKenna College, Human Resources

4994 24875
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 of America
Subject Areas: 
Biology / Computational biology, data science, Genomics, Human Microbiome
Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science
Salary Range:
$75000 plus benefits
Appl Deadline:
finished (2023/07/28, finished 2024/07/04, listed until 2023/12/31)
Position Description:
   

*** this position has been closed and new applications are no longer accepted. ***

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.



Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement
  • Two reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://www.cmc.edu/
email address
 
528 North Mills Avenue