UCI Postdoctoral Employee - Epidemiology

UC Irvine; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Irvine in Irvine, CA invites applications for a position focused on developing and applying statistical and machine learning methods for high-dimensional data analysis, causal inference, and data integration. The role combines methodological research with collaborations across biomedical disciplines.

Basic qualifications include a PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, CS, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or related field, plus experience with genomics data in Unix environments and

Qualifications

• PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or closely related field.
• Strong foundation in statistics and machine learning.
• Experience analyzing large-scale genomics/genetics data in Unix-based environments.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply statistical and machine learning methods for high-dimensional data analysis.
• Perform causal inference and data integration across biomedical datasets.
• Collaborate with researchers across biomedical areas.
• Utilize high-performance computing resources.

Skills

Statistical methods

Machine learning

Genomics data analysis

Unix-based environments

R

Python

C++

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Statistics or closely related field

Tools

HPC clusters

Job description

Position Overview

Salary range: The salary range for this position is $69,073 - $82,836. The posted UC salary scales set the pay determined by experience.

Position Description

This position involves developing and applying statistical and machine learning methods for high-dimensional data analysis, causal inference, and data integration.

Required qualifications include strong foundational training in Statistics and Machine Learning; experience analyzing large-scale genomics and genetics data in Unix-based environments; advanced programming skills in R, Python, or C++; and excellent communication skills. The position involves both methodological research and collaboration with researchers across a broad range of biomedical areas. Experience with high-performance computing clusters is preferred.

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

• We seek applicants with a PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology, or a closely related field.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC Irvine

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy .

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment .

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Job location

Irvine, CA