Post-Doctoral Associate - Cardiovascular

About the Job

About the Job:
The Lillehei Heart Institute (LHI) at the University of Minnesota is dedicated to advancing cardiovascular research. This is a full-time role for a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the Lillehei Heart Institute, located in Minneapolis, MN. The candidate will be supervised by the Principal Investigator, Dr. Lin Yee Chen. The candidate will conduct advanced cardiovascular research, design and optimize experimental protocols, analyze complex datasets, and contribute to scholarly publications. Emphasis is placed on artificial intelligence/machine learning approaches applied to digital data and multi-omics data. Additional responsibilities include mentoring students, collaborating with faculty, preparing research reports, and presenting findings at academic events.

Job Responsibilities:

• 70%: You will be responsible for implementing new projects and conducting data analyses. From these projects, you will be expected to prepare manuscripts for submission to scientific journals and present at national/international scientific meetings.
• 15%: You will be expected to collaborate with other team members working with Dr. Chen in regard to other projects.
• 15%: You will also be expected to assist with research grant submissions.

Detailed documentation of analytical procedures and data is expected. You are expected to participate in lab/project meetings. Specifically, on a regular basis, you will be required to present independent review of relevant scientific literature for ongoing projects, data analysis results, and discussions of possible new approaches with team members and the Principal Investigator.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

PhD in Statistics, Biostatistics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields is desirable

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in artificial intelligence/machine learning approaches applied to digital data and multi-omics data
• Experience in multi-omics analysis
• Experience using R or Python

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $62,232 - $75,564 ; depending on education/qualifications/experience and following the NIH stipend level

Please visit the Benefits for Postdoctoral Candidates website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.