OverviewA new postdoctoral position is available in Andrew Fiore-Gartland's group in Biostatistics, Bioinformatics and Epidemiology (BBE) within VIDD at Fred Hutch in Seattle, WA. The group works on multiple projects investigating the immunological correlates of protection for novel tuberculosis vaccine candidates. Understanding the factors that impact vaccine response and identifying the features of the immune response that confer protection can provide critical feedback for vaccine development. As part of the HIV Vaccine Trials Network supported by the NIH Division of AIDS and the Vaccine & Immunology Statistical Center (VISC), supported by the Gates Foundation we are leading major computational efforts to integrate immunological datasets generated from human clinical trials.
Cover letters are highly desired from applicants. Please address to Dr. Andrew Fiore-Gartland and include a short statement of research interests.ResponsibilitiesResearch will focus on development and application of methods, algorithms and tools for biostatistics and computational biology. A primary goal will be integration of single-cell and/or high-dimensional datasets measured from the same individuals, to address the dual goal of generating biological insights and developing novel biomarkers from human clinical trials. Analysis datasets include those generated by multicolor flow cytometry, transcriptomics/RNAseq, T cell receptor repertoire sequencing, single-cell/CITE-seq/ATAC-seq, and multiplexed systems serology, among others. With this data we have the potential to understand the immunological mechanisms of vaccines and to accelerate efforts to improve their efficacy and get them to the clinic.
QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:- PhD (or equivalent) in biology, applied mathematics, statistics, computer science or related field.
- A proven track-record of peer reviewed publications, and programming experience in Python or R.
- An appetite to understand and analyze new types of data, and a commitment to scientific rigor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:- Publication demonstrating development or enhancement of statistical or bioinformatic tool or software (provide publication and github links).
Cover letters are highly desired from applicants. Please address to Dr. Andrew Fiore-Gartland and include a short statement of research interests. The annual base salary range for this position is from $80,172 to $95,014, and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. This position may be eligible for relocation assistance.
Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position.
Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center offers employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to enhance health, well-being, and financial security. Benefits include medical/vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, life, disability, retirement, family life support, employee assistance program, onsite health clinic, income-based child care subsidy, tuition reimbursement, paid vacation (22 days per year), paid sick leave (up to 30 calendar days per occurrence of a qualifying reason), paid holidays (13 days per year), and paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks).
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