Quantitative Modeling Scientist: Influenza Transmission Research

Emory University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory University invites applications for a multidisciplinary project focused on respiratory virus transmission modeling in ferret experiments. The role centers on building mechanistic models linking behavioral tracking data to infection outcomes and viral dynamics, using Bayesian and likelihood methods.

You will design and fit models, interpret results, maintain documentation, train colleagues in relevant tools, and contribute to publications and presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field is required.
• Seven years of professional research experience required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mechanistic models of viral transmission and within-host dynamics.
• Fit models to behavioral tracking data, infection outcomes, and viral load measurements using Bayesian or likelihood methods.
• Maintain documentation and code quality; share expertise and train others in relevant tools.
• Prepare figures for publications and presentations; co-author papers and present findings at meetings.

Skills

Quantitative modeling

Bayesian inference

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

Seven years of professional research experience

Tools

R

Python

Julia

Job description

Emory University invites applications for a multidisciplinary project focused on respiratory virus transmission modeling in ferret experiments. The role centers on building mechanistic models linking behavioral tracking data to infection outcomes and viral dynamics, using Bayesian and likelihood methods.

You will design and fit models, interpret results, maintain documentation, train colleagues in relevant tools, and contribute to publications and presentations.