Postdoctoral Fellow - Neurogenetics & Computational Psychiatry

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 56,008 - 68,455; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Richmond, Virginia, to study the phenotypic and genetic etiology of complex traits. Candidates must have an M.D. or Ph.D. in quantitative disciplines and a strong publication record in genetics. Proficiency in Python or R, and experience with high-performance computing is required. The position offers a collaborative environment focusing on important bio-medicine problems with salary starting at $62,232 based on NIH guidelines.

Qualifications

• Candidates should hold an M.D. or Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline.
• Requires proficiency in programming languages like Python or R.
• Prior experience with GWAS or next-generation sequencing is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop pipelines to analyze phenotypic and genetic data.
• Collaborate on Asian Bipolar Genetics Network and other datasets.

Skills

Programming in Python or R

Experience with high-performance computing (HPC)

Strong publication record in genetics and genomics

Critical and independent thinking

Collaboration in research environment

Education

M.D. or Ph.D. in quantitative psychology, genetics, or related field

Tools

PLINK

SAIGE

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow in Richmond, Virginia, to study the phenotypic and genetic etiology of complex traits. Candidates must have an M.D. or Ph.D. in quantitative disciplines and a strong publication record in genetics. Proficiency in Python or R, and experience with high-performance computing is required. The position offers a collaborative environment focusing on important bio-medicine problems with salary starting at $62,232 based on NIH guidelines.