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    Postdoctoral Fellow - Houston, United States - MD Anderson Cancer Center

    MD Anderson Cancer Center
    MD Anderson Cancer Center Houston, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    We seek a talented and highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to work as a computational scientist in the laboratory of Dr Kunal Rai, in the Genomic Medicine Department at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas.

    The position is focused on the discovery of cancer-driving epigenome networks by applying computational methods for the analysis of single-cell multiome and spatial transcriptomics and epigenomics (ATAC-Seq/CUT&Tag) datasets and integrate with complex high-dimensional omics datasets from tumor samples in different cancer types/malignancies.

    This position will also collaborate with a group of wet lab and computational scientists to derive novel biological insights and identify biomarkers and therapies.

    Rai laboratory is situated in a highly dynamic and stimulating environment for learning. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a top-rated hospital in cancer care in the United States.

    The institute offers active graduate and postdoctoral training programs and the unmatched scientific environment of the Texas Medical Center, the world's largest biomedical center.


    LEARNING OBJECTIVES


    Postdoctoral Fellow will develop and apply computational tools to gain insights from bulk single-cell and spatial epigenomic and transcriptomic data sets.

    They will learn to devise hypotheses, design analytical plans, and execute the strategy to perform innovative science. They will learn to work in multidisciplinary cross-functional teams within the lab and department of genomic medicine. They will also gain experience in grant writing and training junior scientists/students. Finally, suitable candidates will have the opportunity for leadership training.


    ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
    Individuals with a Ph.
    D. degree in any discipline of biology, mathematics, or computation science.

    Candidate must have strong skills in statistics and programming, in particular R/Python, and interest in the application of state-of-the-art computational/statistical methods to complex data.

    Experience with analysis with epigenomic data single cell and spatial is highly desired. Being able to work in a team is a must.


    ADDITIONAL APPLICATION INFORMATION


    Interested applicants should send a Cover Letter specifying past research experience/skills/accomplishments, a Curriculum Vitae and the contact information of three (3) Referees to Dr.

    Kunal Rai at with the subject line entitled "Postdoctoral Fellow - Application - Applicant's Name".


    POSITION INFORMATION
    MD Anderson follows the NIH stipend levels as outlined by the Kirchstein - NRSA ) . This full-time trainee position will provide a salary between $56,484 to $68,604, dependent upon the years of postgraduate experience.


    MD Anderson offers compensated trainees:

    • Paid medical benefits (zero premium) starting on first day for trainees who work 30 or more hours per week
    • Group Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D and Disability coverage
    • Paid Education Vacation and Sick Leave
    • Paid institutional holidays, wellness leave, childcare leave and other paid leave programs
    • Teachers Retirement System definedbenefit pension plan and two voluntary retirement plans
    • Employer paid life, AD&D and an illnessrelated reduced salary pay program
    • Health Savings Account and Dependent Care Reimbursement flexible spending accounts
    • Fertility benefits
    • State of Texas longevity pay
    • Extensive wellness, fitness, employee health programs and employee resource groups

    FACULTY MENTOR
    Kunal Rai
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