The Division of Biostatistics in the Department of Preventive Medicine
at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, TN,
is seeking a postdoctoral scholar. This position provides strong
mentorship and an excellent opportunity to further research skills for
a career in academia, government, or industry.
We are seeking a scholar with an interest in developing computational
and statistical methods for high-dimensional data for biomedical
applications. We are primarily interested in applications to genetics
and genomics, and are open to other application areas subject to
mutual interest. Experience with optimization techniques, Bayesian
computation, statistical genetics, and Julia programming is welcome
but not required.
The scholar will primarily work with Saunak Sen, PhD, and will have
the opportunity to collaborate with other faculty inside and outside
the Division of Biostatistics.
The position will be for one year, renewable based on mutual agreement
and funding availability.
Online ad:
ut.taleo.net/careersection/uthsc_post-docs/…
Apply online with the following:
– Cover Letter
– Curriculum vitae with educational and work experience
– Names and contact information for three references
Qualifications
Doctoral degree in statistics, biostatistics, applied mathematics,
bioinformatics, computer science, or related fields.
Candidates are expected to possess strong statistical intuition,
excellent programming and data analysis skills, and a willingness to
learn biomedical sciences.