Post Doc Research Fellow, Computational Biology
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Job Location:
Grand Forks, ND - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
15 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Salary/Position Classification
- 55000 Annual Dependent on Experience Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks ND campus
Purpose of Position
The Rane Lab at theDepartment of Biologyinvites applications for a postdoctoral researcher position to join the theoretical immunology group led by Dr. Rane. The postdoctoral fellow will work directly with Dr. Rane oninvestigating the dynamics of the immune system in both health and availablefor conference travel/professional appointment is contingent on the availability of external expectedto be for oneyearfull-time and benefitted with potential for renewal for a second yearcontingent on the availability of funding and satisfactory performance.
Established in 1883 the University of North Dakota is the oldest research university in North Dakota. Founded with a strong liberal arts foundation it is the states flagship university and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as havingvery highresearch activity. UND offers degrees in more than 225 fields of study and enrollsnearly16000students. It is the home of the states only School of Law and School of Medicine. The School of Medicine and Health Sciences has major initiatives in rural and public health and Aerospace is home to one of the first and largest unmanned aerial vehicle programs in the world.
UND is located in Grand Forks North Dakota a vibrant college town of over 57000 people located on the border of North Dakota and commutes a great public-school system high quality medical facilities low crime ample parks and theaters and a cost of living below that found in large American cities are some of Grand Forks advantages. Ranked as one of the top 5 Best Small College Towns and Americas Best Hockey Town Grand Forks offers stellar quality of life without the metropolitan hassles.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and refinecomputational mathematical and statistical modelsto understand and explain biological phenomena.
- Create algorithms tointegrate large and diverse datasets into theoretical frameworks for modeling complex biological systems.
- Collaborate closely with leading experts in the fields of experimental immunology and computational biology.
- Contribute to the generation of impactful research findings in the realm of immunology with potential applications to areas such as cancer research cell biology and ecology.
- Present research at meetingsandwrite manuscripts and grants.
Required Competencies
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- The ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Programming proficiency.
- A demonstrated interest in immunology cancer research cell biology or ecology is advantageous though not mandatory.
Minimum Requirements
- Ph.D. in biology mathematics physics engineering or computer science
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identityand eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Ph.D. in applied mathematics or bioinformatics
- Prior experience applying applied mathematics physics engineering or computer science to biology or related fields.
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages including but not limited to Python R C Stan etc. Publications that demonstrate expertise in areas related to this project.
- Immunology knowledge
To Apply
To assure full consideration applications must be received by 02/26/2026 and include the following materials:
- C.V.
- Cover Letter
- Two letters of recommendation
- Unofficial note that the selected candidate willbe requiredtosubmitofficial transcripts uponhire.
The positionis openuntilfilled.
Questions can be directed toDr. Sanket Raneate@.
Key Skills
- Bioinformatics
- Genetics
- R
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Research Experience
- Statistical Software
- Cell Culture
- Molecular Biology
- Data Analysis Skills
- Flow Cytometry
- Microscopy
About Company
The University of North Dakota (UND) is the oldest and largest college in North Dakota, offering 225+ accredited on-campus and online degrees.
