Postdoctoral Scholar - Public Health Sciences

Penn State University; University Park (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University invites applications for a postdoctoral scholar in the Department of Public Health Sciences. The focus is on developing and applying statistical genomic methods to multi-omics datasets and on modeling EHR data, under the mentorship of Dr. Dajiang Liu.

A Ph.D. in related fields is required, with strong programming and collaboration skills. The role emphasizes literature review, method design, data analysis, manuscript drafting, and publication in high-impact journals, with

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in statistics/biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics, or related disciplines.
• Strong interest and experience in statistical genomics, machine/deep learning, and -omics data methods preferred.
• Demonstrated excellence in programming, collaboration, and communication.

Responsibilities

• Review literature and survey related work.
• Design and implement statistical/genomic methods.
• Analyze data and summarize study results.
• Draft manuscripts for publication.
• Present findings at scientific conferences.

Skills

Statistical genomics

Machine learning

Bioinformatics methods

Programming

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Ph.D. in statistics/biostatistics / computer science / bioinformatics or related disciplines

Job description

## Postdoctoral Scholar - Public Health SciencesApplylocations: College of Medicinetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ\_0000080333# **APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:*** ## CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.* ## If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants. **Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.**This is a term position; length of the term will be discussed during the interview process. Continuation past the term length discussed will be based on university need, performance, and/or availability of funding. **POSITION SPECIFICS****Postdoctoral Scholar of Machine Learning and Statistical Genomics****Description:**The Department of Public Health Sciences is seeking a postdoctoral scholar. The overall goal is to: (1) develop and apply statistical genomic methods to analyze multi-omics datasets for understanding complex disease etiology and (2) develop and apply novel statistical models to analyze EHR data. The postdoctoral fellow, under the mentorship of Dr. Dajiang Liu (https://dajiangliu.blog), is expected to work on at least one of these objectives. **Requirements:*** A Ph.D. in statistics/biostatistics, computer science, bioinformatics, or other related disciplines is required.* Strong interest, research background and experience in the methodology research in statistical genomics, machine/deep learning, bioinformatics methods in -omics data are preferred.* Demonstrated evidence of excellent programming, collaboration, and communication skills.**Responsibilities:**As a Postdoctoral Scholar, they will be involved in:* reviewing literature,* designing and implementing methods,* analyzing data, summarizing study results, and* drafting manuscripts.They will work closely with our team to publish research findings in high-impact journals and present at scientific conferences. **BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES**Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. **BENEFITS**Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page. (Note: For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.) **CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS**Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.**EEO IS THE LAW**Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.