PostDoct Positions in Human Population Genomics and Association Studies
Two postdoctoral positions are available with Alon Keinan in the Department
of Biological Statistics and Computational Biology at Cornell University.
The Keinan lab studies how human genetic variation has arisen from
evolutionary history and its role in common, complex disease risk. We
develop computational and statistical methods in human population genomics
and genome-wide association studies, and apply them to large-scale
sequencing data. Current members of the lab have backgrounds in computer
science, statistics, genetics, physics, and anthropology, which facilitates
the collaborative development of methods and their genomic application.
Research projects will be aligned with the interests of the successful
candidate.
More information about the position can be found at
http://keinanlab.cb.bscb.cornell.edu/sites/default/files/ad_postdoc_206.pdf
The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in either statistical
genetics, population genomics, or human genetics, as well as strong
programming and statistical skills, with a Ph.D. in statistics, computer
science, mathematics, genetics, or a related field. The starting date is
flexible and can be as early as March 2014. Applications will be accepted
until the positions are filled. Competitive salaries commensurate with
experience and skills, as well as a generous benefits package will be
offered.
Relevant projects can be as part of the lab’s ongoing NIH-funded
collaboration with Uri Alon (Weizmann Institute), Eric Boerwinkle
(University of Texas), Andrew Clark (Cornell), Eran Helperin (Tel Aviv &
Berkeley) John Novembre (University of Chicago), and Yun Song (Berkeley).
Interested applicants should send a PDF with CV, a brief description of
research interests and experience, and contact information for three
references to the attention of Ms. Sue Bishop, administrative assistant (
skp5@cornell.edu), indicating “position 206” in the subject line. Informal
inquiries are also welcome.