Overview Post Doctoral Scientist - Battelle Center for Mathematical Medicine
A position for a postdoctoral fellow is available at the Das Lab (http://www.nationwidechildrens.org/jayajit-das) at the Battelle Center for Mathematical Medicine at The Research Institute at Nationwide Childrens Hospital and the Ohio State University located at Columbus, Ohio, USA. The position is funded by the NIH and we are seeking outstanding candidates who are interested in applying computational/mathematical methods for analyzing high dimensional single cell longitudinal/spatial data and developing models in the areas of immune cell signaling and development, and cancer immunotherapy. The fellow is expected to work closely with our experimental collaborators and analyze single cell mass cytometry(CyTOF) and RNA-seq data, confocal imaging data, and develop data-driven and mechanistic mathematical models. The candidate is required to have expertise in one of the following techniques: statistical inference, spatially resolved stochastic modeling techniques, and evolutionary dynamics. Some experience with modeling biophysical systems will be considered a plus. The candidate is required to know to code in Python/R/C/C++. No previous background in immunology is required, however, the fellow is expected to learn backgrounds pertaining to projects of interest and contribute to discussions with our experimental collaborators.The experience gained at this position is expected to train the fellow to seek career opportunities in academia or industry in the areas of data science/computational biology.Applicants with a Ph.D degree in Statistics/Computer Science/Physics/Chemical/Mechanical/Electrical Engineering/Applied Mathematics are encouraged to apply. Das lab has access to a state-of-the-art computer cluster over 800 INTEL processors. Resources at the Ohio State University campus and Ohio Supercomputer Center are also available. The position will be initially for one year and can be potentially renewed. Interested candidates should email a brief cover letter stating your interest in our lab, a short CV and names and contact information of three referees to ****** or ****** .
Schedule:(Full time, Benefits Eligible)
Location:
Research II
700 Children's Dr
Columbus, Ohio 43205
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Responsibilities
With guidance from a CRI mentor, design experiments and develops protocols required to conduct productive research in a specific scientific area. After the study has been designed, performs the research work in accordance with the protocol.
Helps to train and supervise technical support staff in performing specific techniques essential to carrying out the research program.
Records and analyzes data generated by the research study, and helps to plan future research endeavors.
Prepares scientific and technical papers from the results of the research work. Publishes papers in appropriate refereed scientific journals. Presents findings at local (particularly CRI research meetings) and national research forums.
If appropriate, collaborates with other ongoing research efforts either at CRI or at The Ohio State University.
This is considered a training position therefore the RI will allow a trainee 5 years to advance beyond the level of Post Doc.
Works toward research independence. Prepares to submit proposals to and obtain funding from external granting agencies.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Education:
PhD in Physics/Chemical Engineering/Computer Science/Biomedical engineering or a relatedfield will be considered.
Experience:
Expertise in statistical physics, inference methods, optimization techniques, stochastic simulations, Monte Carlo methods, and evolutionary dynamics Programming skills in Fortran/C/C++ and Perl/Python.
Ability to do technical writing, and good communication skills.
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet
