Postdoctoral Fellow, Population Genetics/Genomic Data Science

Ancestry

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Ancestry is a global leader in family history, connecting individuals with their past through an extensive collection of over 65 billion records and a growing DNA network of over 27 million people. The company is committed to a location-flexible work approach, allowing employees to choose between working in an office, from home, or a hybrid model, fostering diversity and inclusion. Ancestry is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow with strong experience in genomic data analysis and enthusiasm for human populations and/or family history. This role offers regular mentorship from scientists, providing valuable research experience. The fellow will apply cutting-edge computational and statistical approaches to the world's largest database of human genome and pedigree data, developing methods to help millions understand their ancestry and family. The position is within the DNA Science team, focusing on innovative research to advance knowledge in human populations and family history.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Population Genetics, or Genomic Data Science, or Machine Learning (with experience applying it to genomic data).
• Demonstrated expertise in applying and developing sophisticated computational methods.
• High proficiency in Python, C, or any other language that supports efficient, large-scale data analysis and machine learning.
• A mindset for critical thinking and innovation, with a demonstrated ability to show results and progress while in an exploratory mode.
• Strong communication skills to present complex genomics and statistical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with modern AI methods

Responsibilities

• Analyze Ancestry’s massive-scale genomic datasets to uncover deep insights into population structure, demographic history, and fine-scale genetic relationship inference.
• Develop novel statistical models and computational methods, leveraging advanced Machine Learning and Deep Learning to solve complex genomic challenges.
• Conduct exploratory research while maintaining a focus on demonstrating progress, identifying clear next steps, and moving toward concrete milestones.
• Aim to publish original research in high-impact scientific journals and present your findings at top-tier conferences.
• Collaborate with other scientists to explore opportunities to integrate your research outcomes into the Ancestry DNA product ecosystem to benefit millions of customers.

Benefits

• location flexible work approach
• regular mentorship from our scientists
• opportunity to apply cutting edge computational and statistical approaches
• opportunity to publish original research in high-impact scientific journals
• opportunity to present findings at top-tier conferences
• chance to collaborate with other scientists

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree