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Job ID348885 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9546 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin About the Job The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Minnesota invites applications for a Computational Biology / Bioinformatics post-doctoral associate position in the Brain Tumor Program. The laboratory of Dr. Andrew Venteicher, MD PhD, is seeking highly self-motivated candidates with a Ph.D. or equivalent degree, excellent scientific record, and a strong interest in developing new therapies for primary brain tumors. The ideal candidate will have research experience using clinical specimens and genomic technologies, which may (but does not necessarily need) to include single cell genomics. The postdoctoral fellow will lead the computational analysis of rich genomics datasets to identify unique molecular signatures towards obtaining a deeper understanding of tumor heterogeneity, tumoral evolution, treatment resistance, and immune evasion. Comfort of basic molecular biology techniques such as immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry will be necessary for result validation. The candidate must be able to generate well-defined hypotheses and address them with appropriately designed computational and statistical methods using R and/or Python and Matlab, and should be comfortable integrating data from the TCGA and other publically available repositories. The candidate must have demonstrated these skills in prior research endeavors and have experience presenting results in publications and presentations. Principal responsibilities: * Hypothesis generation, research design and implementation 20% * Collect and analyze data 50% * Write manuscripts for publications 10% * Work with and/or supervise graduate/post-doc trainees on related projects 20% Qualifications Required Qualifications: * PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, statistics, mathematics, applied mathematics or related computational/scientific field. * Significant experience in computational biology as applied to genomics, proteomics, and other topics in molecular biology. * Strong record of presenting research results through publications and conference abstracts. * Highly self-motivated researcher. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. * Desire and ability to work collaboratively with others. Preferred Qualifications: * Experience working with clinical specimens. * Experience in single cell approaches and next generation sequencing. About the Department The Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Minnesota has a tradition of the highest achievement in clinical care, teaching, and research. The University of Minnesota is one of the highest ranked public universities in research. The successful applicant will receive training in, and be expected to participate in the design, implementation and evaluation of experiments. The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Benefits Working at the University At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work. The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes: Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts University HSA contributions Disability and employer-paid life insurance Emp oyee wellbeing program Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Financial counseling services Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost Please visit the for more information regarding benefits. How To Apply Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section. To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647). Diversity Employment Requirements Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment. About the U of M The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC) The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.