Job Description:

Post Doctoral Associate (Roth Lab)
Med-Computational and Systems Biology - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24008222)

A Postdoctoral Associate position in functional evaluation of human genetic variation is available in the laboratory of Dr. Roth in the Department of Computational and Systems Biology at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. The position will integrate computational and experimental approaches to infer the functional impact of human missense variants, identify sequence-structure-function relationships, and contribute to clinical variant interpretation and disease risk stratification.

The Roth Lab is seeking a candidate who recently earned a Ph.D. degree in Molecular Genetics or related field. Extensive experience with both experimental and computational functional analysis of human variation is required. The candidate will have the opportunity to receive training relevant to understanding the function and implications of human variation. The salary is commensurate with experience and based on current NIH guidelines.

The University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is highly ranked in NIH funding, and Pittsburgh has been consistently voted as one of the top livable cities in the US.

Interested candidates may apply at the University of Pittsburgh’s Talent Center by submitting a curriculum vitae and a one-page summary of your research interests together with the names and contact information of three references. Applications will be reviewed and evaluated on an ongoing basis, following the receipt of all required material.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Campus: Pittsburgh
Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae

Assignment Category Full-time regular

PI254659782

Apply Now