Postdoc: Infectious Disease Modeling & Forecasting

Phase2 Technology; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Job summary

A leading research university in Austin is seeking postdoctoral scholars to model the spread and control of infectious diseases. Candidates will develop mathematical models, contribute to public health training resources, and engage with research dissemination. A PhD in a quantitative science is required. This position offers a flexible work arrangement and a salary starting at $70,000, depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Completed a PhD within the last 3 years.
• Ability to work quickly on time-sensitive analyses.
• Experience in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and analysis of mathematical models for infectious disease outbreaks.
• Contribute to outbreak modeling tools and training for public health professionals.
• Disseminate work through engagement with scientists and publications.

Skills

Modeling of infectious disease dynamics

Statistics

Machine learning

AI

Operations research

Optimization

Education

PhD in quantitative science, statistics, computer science, mathematics, engineering, or related discipline

Job description

A leading research university in Austin is seeking postdoctoral scholars to model the spread and control of infectious diseases. Candidates will develop mathematical models, contribute to public health training resources, and engage with research dissemination. A PhD in a quantitative science is required. This position offers a flexible work arrangement and a salary starting at $70,000, depending on qualifications.