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Summary
Laboratory: The Teng Lab (https://tengmx.github.io) in the Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at Moffitt Cancer Center focuses on computational and statistical method development to process, annotate and interpret cutting-edge omics datasets with the mission to understand human diseases such as cancers. The Lab is well-funded by NIH with the following data-driven research topics currently: statistical learning of spatial omics datasets; deep learning of enhancer function in gene regulation; computational modeling of DNA mutation combinatorial effects; machine learning of clonal hematopoiesis risks. The Lab is looking for a Postdoctoral Fellow to lead research projects on these topics.
Postdoctoral Position Responsibilities:
Lead development of dry methodology on omics datasets. Draft abstracts/manuscripts for conferences and publications. Encouraged and supported to apply for training grants.
The Ideal Candidate:
Passionate and motivated in omics data science research. Proficient programming skills in biomedical data processing. Experience in omics data analysis or machine/statistical learning.
Qualifications:
PhD in Computer Science, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics, or related fields.
Moffitt Postdoctoral Fellows are provided with a competitive salary and receive free medical coverage for themselves and dependent coverage at subsidized cost, as well as dental, vision, paid time off, retirement, parental leave, and more. Moffitt Postdocs may be eligible for relocation assistance per policy. Aside from the sunshine, beaches, and year-round outdoor recreation associated with the Gulf Coast of Florida, Tampa is a thriving metropolitan city, which has become a hub for ground-breaking research, welcoming individuals from around the globe. This diverse city is engulfed in rich culture, year-round activities for all, beautiful beaches, amazing cuisine and so much more.
How to Apply: Applicants should send a cover letter, a brief personal statement, a current CV, and contact information of three references to Dr. Mingxiang Teng (mingxiang.teng@moffitt.org).