Postdoc: COPD Genetics & Multi-Trait GWAS

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham invites applications for a postdoctoral position in statistical genetics. The selected candidate will lead multi-trait GWAS analyses to understand COPD genetics and pleiotropy, working with a multi-institution team across Brigham and Women’s Hospital, HMS and HSPH.

The role emphasizes collaboration with genetic epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and computational engineers on a data-rich, cytokine-saving project with ready-to-use data resources and extensive validation

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistical Genetics, Biostatistics, Genetic Epidemiology, or equivalent.
• Strong background and experience in genetic data analysis is preferred.
• Collaborative skills across epidemiology, statistics and computing are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and evaluation of multi-trait GWAS approaches for COPD genetics.
• Collaborate with genetic epidemiologists, biostatisticians and computational engineers.
• Interact with Harvard and Mass General Brigham teams to advance the project.

Skills

Genetic data analysis

Statistical genetics

Biostatistics

Computational biology

Education

PhD in Statistical Genetics

PhD in Biostatistics

Genetic Epidemiology expertise

Job description

Mass General Brigham invites applications for a postdoctoral position in statistical genetics. The selected candidate will lead multi-trait GWAS analyses to understand COPD genetics and pleiotropy, working with a multi-institution team across Brigham and Women’s Hospital, HMS and HSPH.

The role emphasizes collaboration with genetic epidemiologists, biostatisticians, and computational engineers on a data-rich, cytokine-saving project with ready-to-use data resources and extensive validation