Penn State is looking for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology to lead computational research in an NIH-funded laboratory. You will join Dr. Santhosh Girirajan's team to develop machine learning and statistical frameworks for the integrative analysis of complex biological datasets from mouse models of neurodevelopmental disorders.
What You'll Do
- Lead efforts to develop and implement machine learning and statistical frameworks for integrative analysis of high-dimensional biological datasets.
- Work in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment at the interface of bioinformatics, computer science, neuroscience, and human genetics.
- Work with other investigators and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
What We're Looking For
- PhD in bioinformatics, computer science, computational biology, neuroscience, statistics, engineering, or a related field.
- Strong expertise in computational data analysis and statistics.
- High level of motivation to work with high-dimensional biological datasets.
- Demonstrated interest in or experience with machine learning methods.
- Proficiency in Python, R, or related programming languages.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with omics data analysis (e.g., single-cell RNA-seq, spatial transcriptomics).
- Familiarity with neuroimaging analysis.
- Familiarity with quantitative behavioral data.
Technical Stack
- Python
- R
- Machine Learning
- Statistics
Team & Environment
You will join the Laboratory of Dr. Santhosh Girirajan in the Departments of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at University Park, PA.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support personal and professional well-being.
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