Job Description
The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff “for fit” makes significant contributions to Howard University’s overall mission.
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BASIC FUNCTION:
The purpose of this position is to provide pedagogical, administrative, and research training for a Research Fellow in the College of Arts and Sciences (COAS) through including but not limited to the development of research skills in genomics & bioinformatics, presentation, teaching, and writing.
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:
Involves no responsibility or authority for the direction of others.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Internal contacts include the principal investigator, assistant/associate deans, directors, department heads/chairs, faculty, staff and students at the College and school levels, and deans, directors and executive level officers at University level.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Manage a computational biology research portfolio in the Department of Biology; lead projects designed by the principal investigator; Develop genomics and bioinformatics projects; Mentor graduate and undergraduate students.
Participates in academic, didactic, and professional training provided through seminars, workshops and direct meetings with grant faculty.
Coordinates and assure development of bioinformatics tools and publish research papers on high profile journals.
Conducts data collection, statistical analysis, and data interpretation for grant applications.
Participates in grant writing, development of manuscripts and reports.
Performs other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
Demonstrated computing experience and knowledge, including software packages development.
Competence in both oral and written English and ability to articulate concisely and in a professional manner.
Ability to work effectively in team-oriented interdisciplinary genomic research.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Postdoctoral Position in Computational Genomics and Precision Medicine
The Department of Biology and the Center for Applied Data Science and Analytics at Howard University, Washington, DC, invite applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position. We seek an innovative and motivated candidate with a strong background in bioinformatics, computer science, electrical engineering and computer science (EECS), statistics, mathematics, or biology.
Position Overview
The successful candidate will contribute to cutting-edge research at the intersection of machine learning, deep learning, and genomics. The primary focus of the lab is to develop advanced computational models to:
The position also offers the flexibility to pursue independent, candidate-driven projects aligned with the lab’s broader mission. In addition, this position provides an excellent opportunity for training, where candidates can learn how to leverage their quantitative skills to discover biological and medicinal insights, driving innovative research in genomics and functional genomics.
Required Qualifications
Preferred Skills
What We Offer
Application Process
To apply, please submit the following materials:
Join us in advancing our understanding of genomics and precision medicine at Howard University, where we champion innovation and inclusivity in research.
Compliance Salary Range Disclosure
Expected Salary Range: $54,545 - $60,000
Howard University provides education to African-American students. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs, including law, medicine, and pharmaceutical studies. It is influenced by the political and cultural environment.
