Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate-Bioinformatics

Duties & Responsibilities: The Department of Biostatistics and Bioinformatics at Duke University Medical Center is seeking a Postdoctoral Associate for a one year appointment to work on several high-dimensional research projects. The specific goals of the project are identify genes or molecular markers that are predictive of clinical outcomes in renal and prostate cancer. This position is available immediately and will be filled as soon as possible. Appointment could be extended beyond the first year based on additional funding.

Position Qualifications: Candidates must have: a PhD degree in statistics, biostatistics or bioinformatics, extensive experience in analyzing high-dimensional data (microarray, SNP, CNVs) and of validation approaches. In addition, experience in penalized regression methods, data base manipulation; and strong programming skills in order to conduct Monte Carlo studies and applications (R). Candidate must have excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation), a strong proficiency in Linux system.

Salary Range: Competitive

Benefits: www.hr.duke.edu/benefits; www.postdoc.duke.edu

Web Site: www.biostat.duke.edu

Application Address: Interested applicants should submit application materials (cover letter, CV, statement of research interests, and the contact information for at least three references) using the following link: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2750.

Contact Email: B&B HR Manager - kim.hall@duke.edu

Application Deadline: 10/31/2013