Instructor in Statistical Genetics of Substance Use Disorders

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in Philadelphia seeks an Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry. The role requires expertise in statistical genetics, bioinformatics, and machine learning. Responsibilities include conducting analyses of large datasets and providing instruction to trainees. Applicants must possess an M.D. or Ph.D. This is a temporary position with the potential for renewal based on performance and funding availability.

Qualifications

• Expertise in statistical genetics and bioinformatics.
• Experience with machine learning methods for analyses.
• Ability to supervise and instruct trainees.

Responsibilities

• Conduct statistical analyses of large datasets.
• Use machine learning for multi-omics analyses.
• Provide instruction and supervise trainees.

Skills

Statistical genetics

Bioinformatics

Machine learning

Substance use disorders

Education

M.D. or Ph.D. or equivalent degree

Tools

Bioinformatics software

Job description

The Department of Psychiatry at the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania seeks candidates for an Instructor position in the Academic Support Staff. This appointment will be initially for one (1) year and continuation during that time period and renewal are based on satisfactory performance and availability of funding (limited to three (3) years). Expertise is required in the specific area of statistical genetics, bioinformatics, machine learning, and substance use disorders. Applicants must have an M.D. or Ph.D or equivalent degree.

Responsibilities may include conducting statistical analyses of large datasets using statistical genetics methods and bioinformatics software. Using machine learning methods to conduct multi-omics analyses. Providing instruction to trainees and supervising their use of these methods.

The successful applicant will have an opportunity to access large genetic and epigenetic datasets for analysis.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.