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Subject: Postdoc position in USDA-ARS Beltsville Maryland USA
Date: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 21:10:23 -0600
Research Computational Biologist (Postdoctoral Research Associate)
https://tinyurl.com/rh5y6qs
GS-11, $72,030–$93,639/year, 2 years full-time (open until position is
filled). This position is located in the United States Department of
Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Research Service, Beltsville Agricultural
Research Center, Animal Genomics and Improvement Laboratory, in Beltsville,
MD.
Research will focus on development of bioinformatics and genomics tools
to characterize the structure and function of the bovine genome and then
application of those datasets to accelerate genetic improvement and
discover genetic variation affecting economically important traits.
Major duties include but are not limited to:
• Developing and customizing pipelines for automation of data processing
required for discovering genetic (e.g., SNP, CNV) and epigenetic (e.g.,
DNA methylation) variations as well as functional elements (e.g.,
enhancers and promoters) using short- and long-read sequencing in cattle.
• Developing better statistical methods to improve association studies
with QTL and enhancing genetic prediction tools for automation of
data processing required for SNP use in livestock selection programs.
A Ph.D. degree in genetics, bioinformatics, computational biology,
statistics, computer science, or a closely related field is required
and must have been obtained no more than 4 years prior to appointment
start date. Knowledge and understanding of genome assembly, population
genetics, statistical genetics, complex trait mapping, and high
throughput sequencing genome and programming proficiency in R, Python,
Perl, C/C++, Java, and SAS are highly desirable. Preference will be
given to candidates with a strong publication record, evidence of
substantial research productivity, and ability to communicate scientific
information successfully.
Benefits include annual and sick leave, within-grade increases, health
and life insurance, and retirement.
This position is open only to U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or lawful
permanent residents who meet the criteria outlined in 8 U.S.C.
1324b(a)(3)(B).
To apply, send your resume/CV, statement of interest, Ph.D. transcripts,
1-page dissertation abstract, and 2 references to:
Dr. George Liu
USDA-ARS-AGIL
10300 Baltimore Ave.
Bldg. 306, Room 111, BARC-East
Beltsville, MD 20705-2350
George.Liuusda.gov
USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
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