Postdoctoral Position in Hematology-Oncology - Spellman Lab 2024-2025

University of California - Los Angeles (UCLA); California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented postdoctoral fellows for their innovative lab focused on human cancer genetics. This role involves engaging in cutting-edge research, including chromosome manipulations and genomic data analysis. Candidates with a Ph.D. in Genetics, Bioinformatics, or Computational Biology are encouraged to apply. The lab offers substantial resources for cancer genome sequencing and population health studies, providing a supportive environment for ambitious researchers. Join a team committed to advancing knowledge in cancer genetics and making impactful contributions to the field.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Genetics, Bioinformatics, or Computational Biology is required.
• Outstanding postdoctoral fellows with strong visions for their work will be well supported.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead an outstanding research endeavor focused on cancer genetics.
• Conduct research in modern human cancer genetics and genomic data analysis.

Skills

Genetics

Bioinformatics

Computational Biology

Education

Ph.D. in Genetics

Ph.D. in Bioinformatics

Ph.D. in Computational Biology

Job description

Position overview

Salary range:
See Table 23 [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t23.pdf]. A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,480 - $77,327.

Application Window

Open date: July 3, 2024

Most recent review date: Friday, Feb 28, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Monday, Jun 30, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Spellman lab in the Departments of Medicine and Human Genetics at UCLA is recruiting talented postdoctoral fellows with an interest in modern human cancer genetics ranging from chromosome manipulations to genomic data analysis, to population health studies. The Spellman lab is part of the Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center and the Institute of Precision Health at UCLA and is also a member of collaborative groups such as the NCI's Genome Data Analysis Network and the Inherited Cancer Syndrome Collaborative. The Spellman lab has substantial resources for projects involving cancer genome sequencing, large data analysis, and population genetics.

Outstanding postdoctoral fellows with interests in these areas should apply with a 500-word description of the types of research they are most excited in pursuing that falls within the broad field of human cancer genetics. Outstanding postdoctoral candidates with strong visions for their work will be well supported.

A Ph.D. in Genetics, Bioinformatics, or Computational Biology is required.

Responsibilities: Develop and lead an outstanding research endeavor focused on the field of cancer genetics.

See Table 23 [https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2023-24/oct-2023-acad-salary-scales/t23.pdf]. A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,480 - $77,327.

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Qualifications

Basic qualifications

A Ph.D. in Genetics, Bioinformatics, or Computational Biology is required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

• Cover Letter (Optional)

  
  

• Statement of Research - Outstanding postdoctoral fellows with interests in these areas should apply with a 500 word description of the types of research they are most excited in pursuing that falls within the broad field of human cancer genetics.

  
  

• Statement on Contributions to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion - An EDI Statement describes a faculty candidate's past, present, and future (planned) contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion. To learn more about how UCLA thinks about contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion, please review our EDI Statement FAQ document.

  
  

Reference requirements

None

Apply link:
https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09509

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About UCLA

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Job location

Los Angeles, CA