Research Faculty — Behavioral Genetics & Genomics

Top 2 Percent Scientists; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Paid leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement plans

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Top 2 Percent Scientists is hiring a Faculty at the Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics (VIPBG). The role involves advancing understanding through research in psychiatric and biomedical disorders, mentoring students, and obtaining grants.

The ideal candidate holds an MD or PhD and has a strong research agenda in statistical genetics. Benefits include health coverage, paid leave, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• MD, PhD, or equivalent in relevant fields.
• Strong research agenda with potential for external funding.
• Commitment to an inclusive professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and expand research in statistical genetics/genomics.
• Mentor trainees in research programs.
• Participate in departmental committees and professional service.

Skills

Statistical genetics

Behavioral genetics

Computational genetics

Neuroimaging

Python

R

Education

MD or PhD

Tools

High-performance computing

Job description

Top 2 Percent Scientists is hiring a Faculty at the Virginia Institute for Psychiatric and Behavioral Genetics (VIPBG). The role involves advancing understanding through research in psychiatric and biomedical disorders, mentoring students, and obtaining grants.

The ideal candidate holds an MD or PhD and has a strong research agenda in statistical genetics. Benefits include health coverage, paid leave, and career development opportunities.