Postdoc Fellow Hemberg Group Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Postdoc Fellow Hemberg Group Mass General Brigham – 4.0

Boston, MA Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$30K – $44.2K a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Statistics Doctor of Medicine Medicine Doctoral degree Computer Science Writing skills Data analysis skills Research Machine learning Doctor of Philosophy Immunology Physics GitHub Senior level Under 1 year

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The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary The Hemberg group, part of the Gene Lay Institute at the department of neurology at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and the department of immunology at Harvard Medical School in Boston (https://hemberg-lab.github.io/) is looking to hire a postdoctoral fellow. This location offers unique opportunities in terms of scientific collaborations in a highly dynamic and interdisciplinary environment. The group’s research area is computational genomics and although the main focus is methods development and analysis for single-cell RNA-seq and spatial transcriptomics. We are looking for people with an interest in computational or mathematical biology. Those with a background in related areas such as computer science, physics, chemistry, statistics and mathematics are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will have strong quantitative skills, ideally with a thorough understanding of genomics, statistics and machine learning. Good programming skills along with high motivation are also desired.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Initiate research projects in computational biology, carry them out, and write up manuscripts for publication in international peer-reviewed journals 2. Maintain current best programming practices while developing approaches to manage and analyze large datasets. 3. Collaborate with other researchers both within and outside the group. 4. Supervise rotation students and other junior trainees. Qualifications Doctoral degree in computer science, mathematics, physics, statistics, biology or related discipline preferred, experience in genomics and immunology is desired but not required.

SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

A strong publication record Good programming skills Ability to work in a team as part of a larger project To apply please send your resume and cover letter to Dr. Martin Hemberg This role is designed for candidates who plan to pursue advanced graduate studies (e.g., a Ph.D. or M.D.) and offers an opportunity to engage in rigorous research projects under the mentorship of leading scholars. The position provides hands-on experience in research methodologies, data analysis, and academic writing, making it an excellent stepping stone for future educational and research careers. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Default Add’l Job Description Remote Type Onsite Work Location 60 Fenwood Road Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.