Postdoctoral position in Computational Immunology

B-T; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A university in New York is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate to assist in an NIH-funded project within the Applied Mathematics and Statistics department. The role involves modeling processes related to antibody genes, developing analysis methods for next-generation sequencing, and publishing research findings. Candidates must hold a PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, or a related field, along with a strong record of publication in peer-reviewed journals. This position offers a unique opportunity for collaborative research at a prominent academic institution.

Qualifications

• PhD with specialization in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or related area required.
• Experience with next-generation sequencing bioinformatics preferred.
• Publication in peer-reviewed journals is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Principal Investigator in an NIH-funded project.
• Conduct research following the policies of Stony Brook University.
• Model and quantitatively analyze antibody gene mutation processes.
• Develop methods for analyzing next-generation sequencing data from antibody genes.
• Prepare manuscripts for publication in scientific journals.

Skills

Computational Biology

Bioinformatics

Next-generation sequencing

Quantitative analysis

Publication in peer-reviewed journals

Education

PhD in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or related area

Job description

Required Qualifications:
PhD with specialization in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics or related area in hand by June 30, 2018. Previous publication in peer-reviewed journals.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with next-generation sequencing bioinformatics and quantitative methods for analysis of high-throughput biological data. First author publication(s) in peer-reviewed journals.

Brief Description of Duties:
The Postdoctoral Associate will assist the Principal Investigator in the department of Applied Mathematics and Statistics as part of an NIH-funded project that will require frequent interactions with experimentalist collaborators at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. The incumbent will conduct research and ensure that all experiments are appropriately conducted following the policies and procedures of Stony Brook University.
Modeling and quantitative analysis of the mutation process in antibody (immunoglobulin) genes.
Development and implementation of methods for the analysis of next-generation sequencing data from antibody genes.
Preparing manuscripts for publication in scientific journals and/or presentations.
Participate and assist in writing grants
Other duties as assigned, which may include attending Scientific Conferences and Meetings.

Special Notes:
The Research Foundation of SUNY is a private educational corporation. Employment is subject to the Research Foundation policies and procedures, sponsor guidelines and the availability of funding. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.

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Official Job Title: Postdoctoral Associate
Job Field: Post Doctoral
Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: Applied Mathematics and Statistics-The Research Foundation for The State University of New York at Stony Brook
Posting Start Date: Jul 24, 2018
Posting End Date: Oct 11, 2018, 11:59:00 PM
Salary: CWE
Salary Grade: E89
Appointment Type:Regular