Postdoctoral Associate - Computational Biology

University of Miami•Miami, FL

About The Position

The Postdoctoral Associate performs scientific research and studies under the supervision of managing staff and contributes to the scientific community. The position conducts assigned research, prepares reports and technical papers for publication, investigates applications of scientific principles and theories, and maintains knowledge of current principles and theories. It also develops advanced analytical models and systems and provides analyses and solutions to support strategic and tactical decisions. The role adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. The position collaborates in the laboratory of Research Professor Michele Ceccarelli at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences, and the Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. The CeccarelliLab develops computational methods to identify drivers of cancer progression and drug resistance through the analysis and dissection of molecular networks.

Requirements

Ph.D.
Skill in collecting, organizing, and analyzing data.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

Responsibilities

Conduct research in assigned areas of study.
Prepare research reports and technical papers for publication.
Investigate the feasibility of applying scientific principles and theories.
Maintain substantial knowledge of current scientific principles and theories.
Develop advanced analytical models and systems.
Provide solutions and analyses to support strategic and tactical decisions.
Adhere to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.
Collaborate in the CeccarelliLab’s research on computational methods for identifying drivers of cancer progression and drug resistance.