Explore Academic Positions at Harvard HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Biomedical Informatics (Sunyaev Lab) Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Position Details Title HMS - Postdoctoral Fellow in Biomedical Informatics (Sunyaev Lab) School Harvard Medical School Department/Area *** Position Description The primary focus of research in the lab is on genetic variation, including the biology and
evolution of mutation, the effect of variation on molecular function and structure, population genetics as a lens on evolution, and the maintenance and allelic architecture of complex traits. We develop computational and statistical methods for sequencing studies. We also have projects in cancer genomics and applied human genetics. The lab encompasses a wide range of skills, backgrounds, and interests spanning these
topics.We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow with a PhD degree in Genetics, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Math or related fields relevant to computational approaches to life sciences. The candidate should possess experience in population genetics, statistical genetics, or functional genomics. The candidate should be interested in working on genetic variation and its impact on molecular function, fitness,
and phenotypes.Salary and Benefits This position is salaried and benefits eligible. Information regarding postdoctoral fellow salary, which is determined by the number of years post PhD, and benefits can be found at https://postdoc.hms.harvard.edu/guidelines.With this appointment, you are represented by the Harvard Academic Workers (HAW) – UAW for purposes of collective bargaining and matters affecting your
compensation and working conditions. Basic Qualifications Ph.D. or M.D./Ph.D. in areas such as Genetics, Statistics, Computer Science, Applied Math orrelated field. Additional Qualifications If visa sponsorship is needed, Harvard retains the discretion to determine which visa status is appropriate and whether a visa sponsorship application will ultimately be submitted, including payment of any applicable fees.
Special Instructions Required documents: Curriculum Vitae Research Summary of PhD work Cover Letter describing your interest in the lab and initial ideas for new research directions or projects you could undertake in the lab. Note with names and contact information for three people who have agreed to serve as your reference Please submit application documents through the ARIeS portal. Expected Dates Duration: This is
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