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Mentor: Satwik Acharyya Ph.D., Department of Biostatistics
"Novel Statistical and Machine Learning Methods for Spatial Transcriptomics Datasets"
The Department of Biostatistics at University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a postdoctoral fellow. The postdoctoral fellow will work with a collaborative team of scientists across a wide spectrum of medical disciplines including cancer, cardiovascular disease, genetics, and nephrology. Multiple collaborative opportunities are available. Our collaborators include clinicians and methodologists at various departments of the University. Outside UAB, the postdoctoral fellow will also have the opportunity to collaborate with Dr. Veera Baladandayuthapani from Department of Biostatistics at University of Michigan.
Duties and responsibilities: The postdoctoral fellow will work with Dr. Satwik Acharyya at UAB with a primary research focus on developing novel statistical and machine learning methods for spatial transcriptomics datasets. The candidate will be responsible for analysis of large-scale datasets and development of scalable and data integration based methods for high-dimensional genomics data. The postdoctoral fellow will work closely with their advisors and research teams to conceptualize research questions, analyze data, and write manuscripts.
Position qualification: Candidates with a doctoral degree in biostatistics, statistics, bioinformatics, computational biology, or a closely related discipline are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have solid quantitative and communication skills, proficiency with statistical software (e.g., R, Python, C++), and strong track record of publications.
Application instructions: To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV along with names and contact information of three references to Dr. Satwik Acharyya (
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled, but should be received by February 15, 2025 to ensure full consideration. This is a full-time position with an initial appointment for 1 year with possible renewal for additional 1-2 years conditional on performance and funding availability.
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UAB is committed to the development and success of outstanding postdoctoral scientists. Here at UAB, nearly 300 postdoctoral fellows are training currently in a variety of disciplines. Competitive postdoc awards are available including internships, grant incentives, funds to enhance education and collaboration outside UAB, and teaching opportunities at local universities. There is also a Postdoc Research Day with monetary awards. The Office of Postdoctoral Education strongly encourages UAB research mentors to follow the National Research Service Award stipend level guidelines, and postdoctoral scholars qualify for health, life, and other insurances. They also have the right to participate in the university’s 403(b) program and enjoy vacation, sick leave, maternity/paternity leave, and other benefits.
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