"Post-Doctoral Associate"

About the Job

We are seeking one highly motivated Bioinformatic Postdoctoral Associate to join our new Program Project in studying cardiomyocyte proliferation and remuscularization in the Xiao Dong and Daniel Garry Laboratories jointly, at the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities.

You will lead a new research project to integratively analyze of single-cell RNA sequencing, ATAC sequencing, and ChIP sequencing data, which are being generated by multiple laboratories in the Program Project in studying cardiomyocyte regeneration; you will also collaborate with wet-lab scientists from the labs extensively to analyze their individual omics dataset. You will present the progress of the project orally in intramural, national, and international meetings and conferences, and in writing in scientific manuscripts and grant progress reports.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications
1. Ph.D., or equivalent degree in Bioinformatics, Biostatistics, Computer Sciences, Statistics, Mathematics, or related field.
2. Demonstrated research experience as evidenced by a strong publication record.
3. Demonstrated research experience in the field of genomics, and/or transcriptomics.
4. Strong computational skills covering Python and R programming languages.
5. Excellent communication and writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications
1. Experience in single-cell transcriptomics.
2. Experience in developing databases.
3. Strong problem-solving and data handling skills.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $61,000 - $65,000 depending on education/qualifications/experience; depending on education/qualifications/experience. We follow the FY24 NIH postdoc stipend levels.

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 be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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In addition to submitting your online application, please email your CV/resume, cover letter, and contacts of three referees to dong0265@umn.edu

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