Postdoctoral Fellow - Biostatistics

University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Paid time off

Retirement benefits

Tuition benefits

Educational opportunities

Job summary

A prestigious cancer research institution in Houston offers a full-time postdoctoral position focused on bioinformatics and biostatistics research in 3D spatial transcriptomics. The role involves developing innovative methods for data analysis, applying these methods to cancer datasets, and enhancing programming skills in R and Python. The position offers $64,000 to $76,000 salary based on experience, along with excellent benefits including medical and educational opportunities.

Qualifications

• Recent PhD required, or within 0-1 years of graduation.
• At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal.

Responsibilities

• Develop novel methods for 3D spatial transcriptomics data analysis.
• Apply methods to real-world datasets from cancer patients.
• Strengthen programming and data visualization skills.

Skills

Expertise in statistical theory

Programming proficiency in R

Programming proficiency in Python

Experience with machine learning

Education

PhD in biostatistics/statistics/bioinformatics/computational biology/computer science

Job description

Overview

A postdoctoral position is available in the Department of Biostatistics at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center for bioinformatics and biostatistics methodology research. The main focus is research and publication. The primary focus will be developing novel methods for integrative analysis of 3D spatial transcriptomics data, deriving related computational and statistical methods, producing software for implementation, applying the methods to simulation and real data problems, and comparing the proposed tool with existing methodologies. The postdoctoral fellow will work under the supervision of Drs. Ziyi Li and Ken Chen on challenging and important 3D reconstruction problems that involve complex computational modeling, data analysis, and visualizations.

All duties and responsibilities are carried out in compliance with institutional policies, ethical research standards, and applicable federal and state regulations.

Learning objectives

• Gain expertise in statistical theory and application in 3D ST reconstruction, cancer genomics and immunotherapy studies, with a focus on omics integration and visualization.
• Develop advanced skills in integrative modeling approaches, including transformer, foundation models and other machine learning/AI methods, to analyze spatially resolved multi-omics data.
• Apply computational and statistical methods to real-world datasets from pancreatic and lung cancer patients to identify immune-related biomarkers and cell-cell interaction patterns.
• Strengthen programming proficiency in R and Python, with hands-on experience developing interactive tools using R Shiny for spatial data visualization and exploration.
• Engage in statistical methodology research in areas such as 3D spatial data integration, immune repertoire modeling, and precision oncology.

Eligibility requirements

• Applicants must have a recent PhD in biostatistics/statistics/bioinformatics/computational biology/computer science from a reputed university/institute or be within 0-1 years of graduation.
• At least one first-author publication in a peer-reviewed journal stemming from PhD studies is required.
• A solid background in programming, statistical theory, bioinformatics applications, and the analysis of various high-throughput data modalities is required.
• Some experience with machine learning is desirable.

Additional application information

The mission of The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.

Position information

MD Anderson offers full-time postdoc positions with a salary ranging from $64,000 to $76,000, depending on the number of years of postgraduate experience. The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

Offsite work arrangements are subject to approval and may be modified or revoked at any time based on business needs, performance considerations, or regulatory requirements.

Security and equal employment opportunity

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.