Postdoctoral Scholar – Department of Biostatistics

Go Huskies; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Washington in Seattle invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar in Biostatistics to develop machine learning and artificial intelligence methods for cardiovascular and neurodegenerative data. The role involves close collaboration with renowned faculty and a focus on high-impact methodological research.

The position is full-time (100% FTE) for 12 months with potential renewal; preferred start is September 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent in Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science or related fields.
• Strong ML/AI methodological/theoretical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communications and programming skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop ML/AI methods for diverse biological data.
• Collaborate with Drs. Ali Shojaie and James Floyd on project goals.

Skills

ML/AI methods

Methodological skills

Programming

Communication

Education

PhD in Biostatistics/Statistics/CS

Job description

University of Washington: Academic Personnel & Faculty: School of Public Health: Biostatistics

Location

Seattle, WA

Open Date

Feb 23, 2026

Description

The Department of Biostatistics at the University of Washington has an outstanding opportunity for a postdoctoral scholar. The postdoctoral scholar will develop statistical machine learning and artificial intelligence methods (ML/AI) for diverse biological data in relation to cardiovascular and neurodegenerative diseases. The specific areas of methodological research can be flexible, depending on the candidate’s interests and skills.

The postdoctoral scholar will be supervised by and work closely with Drs. Ali Shojaie (http://faculty.washington.edu/ashojaie/ ) and James Floyd (https://gim.uw.edu/people/faculty/James-Floyd). Dr. Shojaie is Professor and Interim Chair of the Department of Biostatistics. He has extensive expertise in statistical machine learning, analysis of high-dimensional networks, and integrative analysis of complex biological data, including big omics data. Dr. Floyd is Co-Director of the UW Cardiovascular Health Research Unit (CHRU) (https://chru.washington.edu/), where he leads a broad portfolio of research that encompasses the discovery of new molecular targets for cardiovascular disease prevention, and the application of ML/AI approaches to cardiovascular imaging and other data for improved disease detection and screening.

This is a full-time (100% FTE), 12-month/year position, with an initial appointment length of one year and the possibility of renewal. The preferred start date is September 1, 2026, but the date is negotiable. Salary for this position ranges from $68,460/year ($5,705/month) to $84,240/year ($7,020/month) with benefits, and is commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

• PhD or equivalent in Biostatistics, Statistics, Computer Science or related fields;
• strong methodological/theoretical skills and expertise in ML/AI;
• excellent written and oral communications and programming skills.

Desired qualifications:

• Experience working in cardiovascular health;
• Experience working with neurodegenerative diseases.

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 .

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