Postdoctoral Scholar-Wu/Yu/Xu Lab

Postdoctoral Scholar Opportunities – Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics
The Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics at the  University of California, Irvine, is searching for multiple postdoctoral  scholars to work on the precision medicine and NIH brain mapping  project. This position is funded by grants awarded by NIH and NSF.


Requirements:
Individual(s) who are hired will work jointly with several  Principal Investigators from three different departments at UC Irvine.  The chosen candidate(s) will work on topics related to data analysis,  statistical methods, and computational tools development for precision  medicine (integrative analysis of genome-wide sequencing/omics data  related to lymphoma, multiple myeloma and other complex diseases, and  predictive model building for genetic risk prediction etc.), and an NIH  brain mapping project that uses single-cell multi-omics to understand  the molecular features and cellular networks of aging, AD and other  disorders.

• We seek applicants with PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics,  Computer Science, Bioinformatics, Computational Biology or related  discipline.
• Candidates must have solid training and a background in Statistics/Machine Learning.
• Must possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Must have demonstrated communication skills and ability to convey information with members of interdisciplinary research team.
  

More specific information about the research can be found here:
https://faculty.sites.uci.edu/baolinwu/
https://www.ics.uci.edu/~zhaoxia/
https://xulab.anat.uci.edu/




ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Postdoctoral level and salary will be  commensurate with qualifications and previous work experience. Initial  appointments are for a minimum of two years; renewal is dependent on  availability of funding and job performance.
TO APPLY: Please access UCI’s RECRUIT website located at: [url=https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08530]https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08530[/url]
Applicants should complete an online application profile and  upload the following application materials electronically to be  considered for this position:

• Updated CV
  

• Cover Letter, including background information and professional goals
  

• Research Statement
  

• Statement of Inclusive Excellence
  

• Names and Contact Information of Three References (names only)
  

Department: https://publichealth.uci.edu/
Program: https://publichealth.uci.edu/departments/epidemiology-biostatistics/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)   
Ph.D. in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, or Computational Biology, or related field required.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research
• Teaching Statement - See our guidance for writing a reflective teaching statement.
  (Optional)
• Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement  addressing how past and/or potential contributions to inclusive  excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence. See  our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
• Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration  Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of  California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the  following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and  Discrimination Declaration Form
• Misc / Additional (Optional)
  

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)
  

Contact information only, please
Apply link: [url=https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08530]https://recruit.ap.uci.edu/JPF08530[/url]   





Campus Information

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal  Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence.  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 nondiscrimination  policy.

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