Job
Postdoctoral Fellow
Organization
National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, Bethesda, MD and surrounding area
Scientific focus area
Epidemiology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry
The Laboratory of Heart Disease Phenomics, NHLBI, is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join our multidisciplinary research team studying the molecular determinants of cardiometabolic diseases.
About the position
Successful candidates will leveraging large, deeply-phenotyped population cohorts and state-of-the-art multi-omics platforms to advance our work at the interface of epidemiology, molecular biology, and computational science. Prospective fellows will engage in team-based, collaborative projects exploring novel biomarkers, evaluating disease mechanisms, and assessing integrative risk prediction methods. As an NIH Intramural Research laboratory, we offer access to exceptional resources, including state-of-the-art technologies, biorepositories, and patient cohorts, as well as the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative research environment. Our goal is to provide potential fellows with exceptional opportunities for career development, training, and professional mentorship.
This appointment is intended for in-person work at the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland.
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What you'll need to apply
Interested candidates should submit to following to Ms. Kirsta Rudd at the email below:
- A cover letter describing your research interests and career goals
- A current CV, including publications
- Contact information for three professional references
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Contact name
Ms. Krista Rudd
Contact email
Qualifications
Required Qualifications include:
- A PhD, MD-MPH, or equivalent degree in epidemiology, molecular biology, biostatistics, computational biology, or a related field.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with statistical programming (R, Python, SAS).
- Experience with large-scale '-omics' or population-based datasets.
- Excellent communication skills.
- The ability to be self-directed while simultaneously able to work collaboratively.
- A strong publication record commensurate with applicants career stages.
Disclaimer/Fine Print
Applicants must have received your doctoral degree (PhD, MD, DDS, or equivalent) within five years of starting this position. You must also be able to pass a federal background check. Ignoring this information could prevent you from taking part in the program. U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply. NIH welcomes foreign nationals with the exception of individuals from this list.
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