Postdoctoral Fellow, Center for Biomarker Research and Precision Medicine (BPM)

Advertising Summary The Center for Biomarker Research and Precision Medicine (BPM, at Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a postdoctoral research fellow to join our team. Our research program aims to alleviate the substantial personal, familial, and societal burden of mental illness and substance use disorders by leveraging state-of-the-art molecular technologies to advance disease understanding and develop novel therapeutics. We conducted large-scale single-nucleus transcriptomic and methylation studies in human samples to investigate autism and alcohol use disorder. The successful candidate will perform statistical and bioinformatic analyses of these data, contribute to the development and optimization of analytical pipelines, and publish findings in leading scientific journals. This multidisciplinary and collaborative project involves both local and external partners. The position is initially for two years and offers excellent opportunities for publication and career development. Unit School Of Pharmacy MBU Department Biomarker Research Center Duties & Responsibilities Perform statistical and bioinformatic analyses of these data, contribute to the development and optimization of analytical pipelines, and publish findings in leading scientific journals. Minimum Qualifications Candidates must hold a PhD in psychiatric genetics or a related field. Applicants should possess excellent written English skills and a strong publication record demonstrating primary responsibility for drafting manuscripts. Expertise in Linux/Unix and in performing statistical and bioinformatic analyses using R or Python is essential. Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. Salary Range $63,480- $77,076 Benefits All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type. FLSA Exemption Status Exempt Hours per Week 40 ORP Eligible Yes Flexible Work Arrangement Fully Onsite University Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow Rank Non Faculty Contact Information Contact Name: Edwin van den Oord Contact Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr