Postdoctoral Researcher - Athens
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Posting Number G/R23225P Working Title Postdoctoral Researcher Department Franklin-Genetics About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ).
The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 01/04/2024 Posting Date 08/24/2023 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement
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Research projects: 1) utilizing ancient and modern DNA to study the evolution of metabolic genes and traits; 2) developing population genetics models to characterize gene-environment interactions in the evolution of human complex traits; 3) analyzing data from UK Biobank to empirically identify gene-environment interactions for human complex traits, especially the circulating levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. The postdoc will perform literature reviews, project management, data analysis, manuscript writing, and presentations.
Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities
Administrative responsibilities: 1) supervision and training of graduate and undergraduate students; 2) assisting with the daily operations of the laboratory
Percentage of time 20
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Classification Title Post-Doctoral Associate AD FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary
The Ye lab at the University of Georgia is a Human Genetics lab with a special interest in Human Nutrition.
We strive to identify genetic variants that make each one of us unique in our nutritional requirements and risks of metabolic diseases.
We aim for a future of Personalized Nutrition. Our research employs computational and experimental methodologies from Evolutionary and Quantitative Genomics, Molecular Genetics, and Nutritional Sciences.We are searching for a postdoc to work at the interface of Population Genetics and Quantitative Genetics, to study the role of Gene-Environment Interactions in human evolution and human complex traits.
The postdoc will perform both empirical data analysis (ancient and modern DNA; large biobanks) and theoretical modeling.Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position
Ph.
D. in a relevant filed. Prior experience in population genetics or quantitative genetics. Strong background in programming and statistics.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.
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Recruitment Contact Name Dr. Kaixiong Ye Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone
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