Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Bouve College – the Roux Institute

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Bouve College – the Roux Institute

Company

Northeastern University

Job description

About the OpportunityAbout the Position:Dr. Christine Lary’s research group at the Roux Institute and the Bouve School of Health Sciences at Northeastern University has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral fellow in musculoskeletal genomics.The individual in this position will use innovative approaches in bioinformatics and epidemiology to study the molecular mechanisms of osteoporosis prevention by the beta blocker atenolol through analysis of pharmacogenetic and microRNA data sets.This position will involve the use of advanced methods in data science, epidemiology, and bioinformatics. Molecular epidemiological analyses will include genome-wide association studies (GWAS), functional data analyses such as microRNA-seq, multiomic integration, and pathway and network analyses. Epidemiological approaches will include pharmacoepidemiology, causal inference, and Mendelian Randomization. The individual in this position will write manuscripts, present work at scientific conferences, and communicate with collaborators.Qualifications:MD or PhD in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, Data Science, Computer Science, Genetics or related field by the appointment start date.Preferred:

  • Strong programming skills in R or related statistical software
  • Research background in biostatistics, statistical genetics, computational biology, or genomics
  • Experience in one or more of the following: genome wide association studies (GWAS), whole genome or whole exome sequencing, RNA-seq, Mendelian Randomization, pharmacoepidemiology, causal inference, multiomic integration, pathway and network analysis
  • Excellent communication and writing skills.

About The Roux InstituteThe Roux Institute is designed as an engine of innovation, talent-building, and economic growth for Portland, Maine, and northern New England. We are nurturing an environment for high-impact research and innovation in computer and data science, digital engineering, the advanced life sciences and medicine, and other tech fields. Partnership is what sets our education and research model apart. With leading companies at the table from day one, we are creating an agile workforce prepared to thrive in a competitive landscape powered by artificial intelligence as a force for good, and an environment for innovation in the life sciences and other high- growth sectors. Together, we envision an innovation corridor that in the coming years will stretch from Boston to Portland and beyond.

Position TypeResearchAdditional InformationNortheastern University considers factors such as candidate work experience, education and skills when extending an offer.Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation. Visit for more information.Northeastern University is an equal opportunity employer, seeking to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. Northeastern values and celebrates diversity in all its forms and strives to foster an inclusive culture built on respect that affirms inter-group relations and builds cohesion.All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.To learn more about Northeastern University’s commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please see .

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Location

Portland, ME

Job date

Fri, 18 Oct 2024 07:35:19 GMT

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