Research Post Doctoral Fellow

Dignity Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join their innovative Barrow Neuro Analytics Center. This role focuses on leveraging big data to explore neurological diseases and contribute to groundbreaking treatments. Candidates will apply bioinformatics and machine learning techniques in a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing medical research. With a commitment to quality care and a tobacco-free campus, this opportunity promises to be both rewarding and impactful for those passionate about neuroscience and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in human genomics, neuroscience, or related fields required.
• Experience with high-throughput genetics and big data analytics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data related to brain aging and neurodegenerative diseases.
• Develop new treatments using big data and machine learning techniques.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Machine Learning

Data Analysis

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Ph.D. in Human Genomics

Ph.D. in Neuroscience

Tools

R

Unix/Linux

Python

Job description

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Located in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center is a 571-bed, not-for-profit hospital founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy. It provides a wide range of health, social, and support services, and is renowned for quality care, medical education, and research.

We are proud to include the Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and a Level I Trauma Center. The hospital is a leader in neurology, neurosurgery, high-risk obstetrics, neuro-rehabilitation, orthopedics, and treats complex cases from around the world. It is ranked among the top hospitals in the US for neurology and neurosurgery and is affiliated with Creighton University School of Medicine and Phoenix Children's Hospital.

We are committed to a healthy, tobacco-free campus and being an outstanding employer in Arizona.

Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Research Associate will work within the Barrow Neuro Analytics Center, focusing on harnessing big data to study neurological diseases and develop new treatments. The role involves applying bioinformatics and machine learning techniques to analyze data related to brain aging, cerebrovascular, neurodegenerative, and traumatic brain diseases, contributing to NIH and DOD-funded projects on cerebral small vessel disease and Alzheimer’s disease-related dementia.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in human genomics, neuroscience, or related fields
• Interest in learning new techniques
• Experience with high-throughput genetics, omics data, neuroimaging, big data analytics, or machine learning is preferred
• Proficiency in R, Unix/Linux, and Python is desirable
• Self-motivated, creative, responsible, with strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills

Salary is competitive, based on experience and qualifications. Join us in advancing neurological research and developing innovative therapies. We encourage motivated candidates to apply.

Pay Range

$22.95 - $33.28 per hour