The Hemberg group, part of the Gene Lay Institute within the department of neurology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the department of immunology at Harvard Medical School, is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow in Computational Genomics. The main focus is methods development and analysis for single-cell RNA-seq and spatial transcriptomics.
What You'll Do
- Initiate research projects in computational biology, carry them out, and write up manuscripts for publication in international peer-reviewed journals.
- Maintain current best programming practices while developing approaches to manage and analyze large datasets.
- Collaborate with other researchers both within and outside the group.
- Supervise rotation students and other junior trainees.
What We're Looking For
- Doctoral degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, statistics, biology, or a related discipline.
- A strong publication record.
- Good programming skills.
- Ability to work in a team as part of a larger project.
- Strong quantitative skills.
- High motivation.
Nice to Have
- Experience in genomics and immunology.
- Thorough understanding of genomics, statistics, and machine learning.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Hemberg group, within the Gene Lay Institute at the department of neurology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the department of immunology at Harvard Medical School, reporting to Dr. Martin Hemberg. Mass General Brigham strives to provide exceptional care and supports patient care, research, teaching, and community service.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located at 60 Fenwood Road, Boston.
The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
