postdoctoral research fellow

University of Hawaii at Manoa
Cancer Epidemiology Program, University of Hawaii Cancer Center
United States HI Honolulu
garmiregroup.org

Description

Dr. Garmire's translational bioinformatics group at University of Hawaii has 2 postdoc positions for highly competent and motivated researchers immediately. Our group takes great pride in its prolific publications, high-profile collaborations, and multiple multi-million grant supports from National Institute Health. We offer the most amazing ocean front location on the planet earth. More information about the award winning group can be found: garmiregroup.org.

Current projects include (1) Single-cell genomics and bioinformatics method, visualization and algorithm development, single-cell analysis in stem cell and cancer data. (2) Integration method development of multiple types of high-throughput data, such as gene expression microarray, DNA methylation, histone modification, and next generation sequencing data (such as RNA-Seq, CHIP-Seq, and exome-Seq) related to cancers, predict drug responses and drug re-purposing;


Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications
1. PhD program in bioinformatics, mathematics, engineering, biostatistics, public health, physics or relevant major with rigorous training in quantitative science.
2. Strong publication records with multiple first-author publications in high-quality peer reviewed journals.
3. Must be in good academic standing (GPA 3.5 or above);
4. Deep experience in programming languages such as Matlab, R, C, C++, and Java; Demonstrated efficiency with scripting languages such as Perl and Python;
5. Must be familiar with Unix OS;
6. Deep knowledge in statistics / computer science;
7. Deep experience in machine learning and data mining;
8. Demonstrated ability to work as a team player with a collaborative spirit;
9. Demonstrated good communication skills (both oral and written) in English;


Start date

As soon as possible

How to Apply

email


Contact

Lana Garmire
lgarmire@cc.hawaii.edu