"HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc - Li Lab"

Extended Job Title

HSC Post Doctoral Rsch Assoc - Li Lab

Position Description

The Li Bioinformatics and Genomics Lab is seeking Postdoctoral Associates in genomic FASTQ data analysis and pipeline development to join our new lab and planned Center for Genomics and Bioinformatics. We offer large in-house raw sequencing datasets (e.g., genome, transcriptome, methylome), HPC resources, strong mentoring and a support team. You will perform specialized postdoctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research at TTUHSC. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with Ph.D studies and the interpretation of the results for publication. Work is performed under the supervision of graduate faculty members, with evaluation based on the accomplishment of assigned objectives and the overall effectiveness of the project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Major/Essential Functions

• Analyze large in-house FASTQ raw sequencing data (alignment and de novo assembly); Conduce downstream integrative multi-omics analyses.
• Compare and benchmark methods; When possible, develop new pipelines, software or databases related to the detection of transposable elements or viral integrations.
• Review literature and incorporate the latest methods or findings into the ongoing projects; Optimize pipelines and parameters specific to projects.
• Perform quality assurance of workflows and analyses, including essential positive and negative controls.
• Maintain accurate records of methods and parameters used; Ensure reproducibility.
• Present in meetings, conferences and draft manuscripts for publication.
• Adhere to project deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Linux, HPC, FASTQ files.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate (e.g., D.Sc., M.D.) in area of project specialization.

Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Department

Immunology/Molecular Micro Lbk

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan.

Occasional Duties

Perform other tasks as assigned.

Shift

Day

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Grant Funded?

Yes

Pay Basis

Monthly

Work Location

Lubbock