Job Description:
The Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering at the University of Arizona invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Dr. Bonnie Hurwitz’s research group (www.hurwitzlab.org). Research in Dr. Hurwitz’s group focuses on developing novel data science techniques for elucidating systems-level biology at the interface between the environment, microbes, and their hosts. The candidate will assist in developing a data discovery platform called Planet Microbe, to integrate oceanographic ‘omics data and analyses with relevant contextual and environmental data. Applicants in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or biological sciences are encouraged to apply. The position is available immediately and may be renewed annually. Duties & Responsibilities:
Additional Info:
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! Accepting a new position is a big life step. We want potential candidates and their families to be able to make informed decisions. Candidates who are considering relocation to the Tucson or Phoenix area, and have been offered an on-site interview, are encouraged to use the free services offered by Above & Beyond Relocation Services (ABRS).Ask your department contact to be introduced to ABRS prior to your visit. The University of Arizona has been listed by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers in the United States and WorldatWork and the Arizona Department of Health Services have recognized us for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here. Diversity Statement : At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we encourage diverse candidates to apply, including people of color, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]
The Department of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering at the University of Arizona invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher in Dr. Bonnie Hurwitz’s research group (www.hurwitzlab.org). Research in Dr. Hurwitz’s group focuses on developing novel data science techniques for elucidating systems-level biology at the interface between the environment, microbes, and their hosts. The candidate will assist in developing a data discovery platform called Planet Microbe, to integrate oceanographic ‘omics data and analyses with relevant contextual and environmental data. Applicants in bioinformatics, computational biology, computer science, or biological sciences are encouraged to apply. The position is available immediately and may be renewed annually. Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop Planet Microbe, a data discovery platform for oceanographic data
- Develop and validate an advanced data search engine to create virtual datasets produced through user-defined queries using oceanographic measurements, features, and thresholds.
- Connect and explore disparate sequence datasets including: machine learning, distance-based algorithms, or big data analytics
- Apply imaginative solutions to complex and interdisciplinary problems, with a dedicated interest in data science research.
- Participate in producing peer-reviewed publications
Requeriments :
Skills :
- Bioinformatics
- Data Mining
- genomic
- HPC
- Machine Learning
- Metagenomics
- Programing in Python
- Programing Skills
- Programming in PERL
- Programming in R
- Software Design
- Statistics
- Systems Biology
Areas :
Additional Info:
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! Accepting a new position is a big life step. We want potential candidates and their families to be able to make informed decisions. Candidates who are considering relocation to the Tucson or Phoenix area, and have been offered an on-site interview, are encouraged to use the free services offered by Above & Beyond Relocation Services (ABRS).Ask your department contact to be introduced to ABRS prior to your visit. The University of Arizona has been listed by Forbes as one of America’s Best Employers in the United States and WorldatWork and the Arizona Department of Health Services have recognized us for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona, please click here. Diversity Statement : At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. We translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we encourage diverse candidates to apply, including people of color, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.[Click Here to Access the Original Job Post]