Post Doctoral Scholar - Biomedical Informatics

Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, OH invites applications for a Post Doctoral Researcher to pursue specialized training under a scientific mentor in the Department of Biomedical Informatics. The role designs and develops novel computational tools for biomedical data analysis and performs large-scale omics data analyses.

The successful candidate will assist in identifying new data analysis technologies, contribute to grant proposals, write manuscripts, and present findings at local and

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Computer Science and Technology, or other quantitative discipline.
• Proficiency in at least one programming language (R, C, Python, MATLAB) is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge in genomics, genetics or proteomics is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop novel computational tools for biomedical data analysis.
• Perform large-scale analyses using omics data.
• Assist in identifying new biomedical data analysis technologies and trends.
• Collaborate with lab staff, collaborators, and students to interpret data and discuss project progress.
• Assist with writing and submitting grant proposals to obtain extramural funding.
• Write and prepare research manuscripts, abstracts, and project reports; present findings at conferences.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Programming proficiency

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related quantitative field

Tools

R

Python

MATLAB

C

Job description

Post Doctoral Researcher to pursue specialized research training and experience under the guidance of a scientific mentor in the Department of Biomedical Informatics; designs and develops novel computational tools for biomedical data analysis; performs large-scale analysis using omics data; assists in identifying new biomedical data analysis technology and trends; participates as a team member with lab staff, collaborative researchers, and students and to interpret data and discuss project progress; collaborates with other researchers in determining research priorities and planning programs of research; performs relevant published literature searches; assists with writing and submitting grant proposals to obtain extramural funding agencies; writes and prepares research manuscripts, articles, abstracts, and project reports; presents ongoing work and findings at local, national, and international conferences.

Ph.D. degree in one of the following areas: Computer Science, Computer Science and Technology, or other disciplines with strong quantitative background.
Proficiency in at least one programming language, such as R, C, Python or MATLAB, is strongly preferred; knowledge in genomics, genetics, or proteomics is desired but not required.

Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.