Job
Postdoctoral Fellow – Environmental, Molecular, and Genomic Epidemiology
Organization
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, Bethesda, MD and surrounding area
Scientific focus area
Chromosome Biology, Clinical Research, Computational Biology, Epidemiology, Genetics and Genomics
There is limited understanding of the pathobiological mechanisms underlying how chemical compounds in the air and everyday consumer products influence lung disease and CVD onset. Dr. Wong leads epidemiologic studies to understand how these exposures -originating in the home, community, and workplace- influence disease pathogenesis through pathways involving DNA alterations. Dr. Wong is focused on identifying omics biomarkers of environmental exposures, disease risk, and genomic instability.
About the position
The Laboratory of Genomic Instability and Cardiopulmonary Outcomes (LoGICO; Principal Investigator: Dr. Jason Wong, Sc.D) at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Fellow to join a multidisciplinary research program focused on using population science to understand the environmental, molecular, and genomic determinants of chronic lung and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). About the Candidate The successful candidate will work at the intersection of environmental and occupational medicine, epidemiology, molecular biology, and bioinformatics. Here, the candidate will leverage existing population cohorts, exposomic data, and state-of-the-art biomarker platforms (i.e, sequencing/genomics, epigenomics, metabolomics, proteomics). The fellow will lead team-based, collaborative projects aimed at identifying important novel biomarkers, understanding disease mechanisms, and developing integrative models of disease risk.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design of studies, data analyses, and manuscript preparation.
- Conduct epidemiology analyses integrating multi-omics and clinical phenotypes.
- Design and execute statistical and bioinformatic workflows for large-scale datasets.
- Collaborate with world-class epidemiologists, clinicians, bioinformaticians, and external partners.
- Present findings at national and international scientific meetings.
What We Offer
- A highly collaborative research environment within the NIH Intramural Research Program.
- Access to exceptional resources, technologies, biorepositories, and cohorts.
- Competitive stipend and benefits (https://www.training.nih.gov/stipends/). Potential +$10,000 annual stipend bonus for those with specialty skills explicitly noted on terminal degree diploma (e.g., epidemiology, biostatistics, etc.). Limited relocation assistance package is available.
- Opportunities for career development, training, and mentorship tailored to the fellow’s goals.
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Location
This position is based on the NIH main campus in Bethesda, Maryland, an affluent and safe suburb of Washington, DC that offers an exceptional scientific community and metropolitan vibe. Candidates are expected live or relocate to within a 50-mile radius of the NIH campus and work on-site. There is some flexibility for ad hoc telework per NIH/HHS policy. How to Apply Interested candidates should submit:
- A cover letter describing research interests and career goals
- An updated CV including publications
- Contact information for three references. Please send applications to: [email protected].
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The target starting period is Spring or early Summer 2026.
Contact name
Krista Rudd
Contact email
Qualifications
Qualifications
- PhD, ScD, MD-MPH, or equivalent degree in epidemiology, environmental health, occupational medicine, molecular genetics, biostatistics, computational biology, or a related field
- Strong quantitative skills and experience with statistical programming (e.g., R, Python, SAS).
- Experience with large-scale omics or population-based datasets is highly desirable. In particular, high-dimensional exposomic or epigenomic experience is a plus.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively while being self-directed.
- Within 3 years of obtaining a terminal graduate degree. Possesses a good publication record commensurate with career stage.
- Relentless work ethic, scientific rigor, and professional integrity aligned with U.S. federal research standards
Disclaimer/Fine Print
U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply. NIH welcomes foreign nationals with the exception of individuals from this list.