Research Assistant Professor in Analysis of Biomedical Data #FMD015

The appointee will be expected to develop an independent, externally-funded research program that leverages their computational and biological systems expertise to complement existing research at UChicago. Responsibilities will also include supervising graduate students and/or postdoctoral researchers. Compensation (including a generous package of fringe benefits) is dependent upon qualifications. For information on benefits, please consult the University of Chicago Benefits Guide: https://mybenefits.nfp.com/UChicago/benefits-guide/ .

Prior to the start of employment, applicants must have: 1) a doctoral degree in Computational Biology, Bioinformatics, Computer/Data Science, Genomics, Biostatistics, Epidemiology, or a related discipline; and 2) completed postdoctoral training.

 We especially welcome applicants with experience analyzing large-scale cohort or multi-modal clinical/biological datasets and familiarity with study designs, project/data management, and implementing analytical protocols. Publication record and ability to obtain extramural grants will be considered.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago‚ Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: http://apply.interfolio.com/167266 . Applicants must upload a cover letter, CV including bibliography, and contact information for 3 references. Review of complete applications will continue until the position is filled.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit http://tiny.cc/InterfolioHelp .

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