Senior Research Investigator

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Posted Job Title

Senior Research Investigator

Job Profile Title

Research Investigator, Senior

Job Description Summary

Lead human genomics research projects investigating the genetic and environmental basis of adaptive trait variation in ethnically diverse African populations.

Job Responsibilities

• Laboratory Research-Perform data analysis and other aspects of quantitative and qualitative research as well as theoretical research
• Project Management
• Assist in Grant writing and development
• Review, edit, format, and write manuscripts for publication
• Oversees Lab operations: Training staff and students with experimental procedures and analysis
• Perform other research administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Medicine, Doctor of Philosophy, and 5 to 7 years of postdoctoral experience is required.

Position contingent upon funding