Postdoctoral Associate
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Job Description
Position Function:
The Gout lab is hiring a postdoctoral researcher in computational biology to work on two NIHfunded projects in collaboration with the Vermulst lab at University of Southern California (USC). The first project 1R01AG083065 is focused on the potential role of transcription errors on the formation of amyloid and prionlike proteins. The second project is about temporal control of mitochondrial mutagenesis 1R01AG. The postdoc will be based in the Department of Biological Sciences at Mississippi State University in Starkville MS (USA) and will collaborate extensively with the Vermulst lab at USC.
Salary Grade:UC
For salary grade UC these positions are Unclassified and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
Area of Specialization:
Computational Biology
Anticipated Appointment Date:
January 1 2025
Tenure Track Status:
N/A
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The postdoc will assist in analyzing the large genomic datasets generated by these two projects. These analyzes can include using available tools and packages as well as developing new tools (in R python or any other programming language) to process the specific types of data coming out of this research. The postdoc is also expected to contribute to team discussions about experiments design data interpretation and they will be actively involved in the writing of manuscripts reporting the results obtained.
Minimum Qualifications:
Strong computational skills with proficiency in R and at least one other programming language (ideally Python or C/C).
Proficiency in using highperformance computing systems (commandbased shell)
Some experience in genomics/molecular evolution.
Highly motivated with the ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative environment.
Ph.D. in computational biology or a related field by start date.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with developing R packages in the areas of genomics/molecular evolution.
Strong computer programming skills in Python and C/C.
Previous research experience in genomics/transcriptomics.
Interests in or experience with mentoring graduate and undergraduate students.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
The successful candidate will demonstrate an ability to communicate with a broad team of researchers at Mississippi State University and University of Southern California. The capacity to understand the experiments being done in these projects (transcriptomics genomics microscopy and to clearly articulate the results and interpretations of their results will be crucial to the success of this position. The postdoc will be presenting their results at regular online meetings between the Gout lab and the Vermulst lab.
Instructions for Applying:
Please upload a cover letter CV PDFs of 13 recent firstauthored publications or preprints and names and contact information for 23 professional references. For full consideration apply by November 1 2024. If the position remains unfilled after this date applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled. If you have questions about the position please email Dr. JeanFrancois (Jeff) Gout .
Restricted Clause:
Position is contingent upon continued availability of funding.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment programs or activities based on race color ethnicity sex pregnancy religion national origin disability age sexual orientation genetic information status as a U.S. veteran or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance 231 Famous Maroon Band Street P.O. 6044 Mississippi State MS 39839.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
